Viral Lesions of Oral Cavity

Abstract

Oral examination is an integral part of general dentistry. So it is not uncommon to come across various viral
diseases in the oral cavity. The clinical diagnosis of these viral lesions sometimes become confusing due
to similar clinical presentations, confusion leads to misdiagnosis and eventually the treatment.This article
discusses about the viral lesions, their clinical presentation, diagnosis and appropriate management which
are usually manifested in oral cavity that will eventually provide the general dental practitioner with an up
to date guide for better diagnosis and management.