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ArticleClinical case reports2024

Oral manifestation as the only sign of Langerhans cell histiocytosis: A case report.

Bahareh Nazemisalman, Mobina Sadat Zarabadi

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Bahareh NazemisalmanDepartment of Pediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry Zanjan University of Medical Sciences Zanjan Iran.
Mobina Sadat ZarabadiDepartment of Pediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry Zanjan University of Medical Sciences Zanjan Iran.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9015-7105
Zanjan University of Medical Sciences · IR

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Abstract

Key Clinical Message: The manifestations of Langerhans cell histiocytosis can be limited in the oral cavity, including gingival recession, tooth mobility, and bone destruction. Dentists play a crucial role in the early detection and management of these oral symptoms, which can significantly impact the overall prognosis and quality of life for patients with this serious disease. Abstract: The hyperplastic activity of bone marrow can lead to excessive histocyte proliferation, called Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH). Based on the accumulation location, it has various organ involvement, including skin, bone, and so forth. Oral manifestations such as tooth involvement, bone lesions, mucosal ulcers, and periodontal problems can occur, and they might be the only manifestation of LCH. A subtle diagnosis is crucial and can be started with dental examinations. A 5-year-old girl was examined with the chief complaint of gingival recession with no pain, caries, or calculus. The clinical and radiographical assessment led to further immunohistochemical (IHC) evaluations. The diagnosis was LCH based on S-100 and cluster of differentiation 1a (CD1a) markers. LCH can involve different cells and tissues locally or generally. The early detection and treatment of LCH increase children's survival rate and quality of future life. Therefore, an accurate diagnosis is important among dentists. They must consider that abnormal mobility, gingival, or periodontal problems with no logical cause might warn about a latent problem. Sometimes extraction of loose teeth is not the end of treatment; it is the start of neglecting a serious disease.

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Langerhans cell histiocytosisoral manifestationpediatric dentistry

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