Case #9 (Questions 29-32) Age: 62 Sex: male Race: African Am…
Case #9 (Questions 29-32) Age: 62 Sex: male Race: African American Medical History: Acute myelogenic leukemia treated 8 months ago Medications: cyclosporine (immunosuppressant); OTC pain reliever for tooth ache Dental History: The soft tissue exam revealed a white patch on the attached gingiva adjacent to #13-5. Further questioning revealed that the client had a toothache and had placed 3 pain relievers on the area overnight. Chief complaint: “Pain in the top right area.” Clinical Appearance: The buccal tissue is necrotic and white. When the white area sloughs away, an underlying ulcer is seen. The lesion is painful. Picture9(1).jpg 31. What treatment is required for this lesion?
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