Oral Leukoplakia Differential Diagnoses

Updated: Jun 19, 2023
  • Author: Christopher M Harris, MD, DMD; Chief Editor: Arlen D Meyers, MD, MBA  more...
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DDx

Diagnostic Considerations

These include the following:

  • Leukoedema

  • Lichen planus

  • Chemical burn

  • Morsicatio buccarum (habitual cheek biting)

  • Candidosis

  • Psoriasis

  • Lupus erythematosus

  • White sponge nevus