Facial erythema ab igne of rapid onset

Background Erythema ab igne is a rare condition with a carcinogenic potential produced by chronic exposure to a heat source. Case description We present the first case of rapid-onset erythema ab igne in the setting of a dental practice. Clinical implication Physicians and dentists should be aware of...

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Published in:Oral surgery, oral medicine, oral pathology, oral radiology and endodontics oral medicine, oral pathology, oral radiology and endodontics, 2008-05, Vol.105 (5), p.e38-e40
Main Authors: LoPiccolo, Matteo, BS, Crestanello, Jose, DDS, Yoo, Simon S., MD, Sciubba, James, DDS, Fernández, Claudio, DDS, Tausk, Francisco A., MD
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adult
Erythema - etiology
Facial Dermatoses - etiology
Female
Gingival Diseases - etiology
Gingival Diseases - therapy
Humans
Hyperthermia, Induced - adverse effects
Molar, Third - surgery
Postoperative Care - adverse effects
Surgery
Tooth Extraction - adverse effects
Tooth Socket
Tooth, Impacted - therapy
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Summary:Background Erythema ab igne is a rare condition with a carcinogenic potential produced by chronic exposure to a heat source. Case description We present the first case of rapid-onset erythema ab igne in the setting of a dental practice. Clinical implication Physicians and dentists should be aware of this disease following short-term local application of heat.
ISSN:1079-2104
1528-395X
DOI:10.1016/j.tripleo.2008.01.008