Oral Manifestations of Pemphigus Vulgaris, Pemphigoid, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) and Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)

Autoimmunity is a condition characterized by structural or functional damage by the action of immunologically competent cells or antibodies against the normal components of the body. Oral manifestations are the initial and early manifestations in many autoimmune diseases. Recognizing autoimmune diseases at an early stage will tremendously influence patients' health and oral physicians may be the first one to recognize their oral manifestations which are of utmost importance to treat. So recognizing these autoimmune diseases by an oral physician will prevent further complications. In this article we described the oral manifestations of pemphigus vulgaris, pemphigoid Lesions systemic lupus erythematosus and Discoid Lupus Erythematosus in detail.