Allergic and immunologic response of the oral mucosa: An overview

Allergic and immunologic diseases very often manifest oral lesions in their earliest stages, an early diagnosis, which may be spurred by a dental examination, is a key for improved outcomes. After systemic diagnosis, oral lesions benefi t from special care by dentists in alliance with the medical team. This review aims to highlight the most relevant allergic and immunologic conditions of the oral cavity, their pathogenesis, and their pathognomonic diagnostic features, which will navigate the clinicians to arrive at a prompt diagnosis and subsequent management.