Which is a better and more effective treatment for my long-term, painful mouth sores (Oral Lichen Planus)?using Cyclosporine mouthwash or undergoing diode laser therapy?given that past steroid treatments like Tess, Tosti, Betnesol, Medrol, and Tantum mouthwash are no longer working? | Apollo Pharmacy

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Which is a better and more effective treatment for my long-term, painful mouth sores (Oral Lichen Planus)?using Cyclosporine mouthwash or undergoing diode laser therapy?given that past steroid treatments like Tess, Tosti, Betnesol, Medrol, and Tantum mouthwash are no longer working?

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Which is a better and more effective treatment for my long-term, painful mouth sores (Oral Lichen Planus)?using Cyclosporine mouthwash or undergoing diode laser therapy?given that past steroid treatments like Tess, Tosti, Betnesol, Medrol, and Tantum mouthwash are no longer working?

Asked by Female, 55 · 5 days ago

Veda Maddala

M Pharmacy

5 days ago

Since previous treatments like methylprednisolone (Medrol) and betamethasone (Betnesol) are no longer helping, both cyclosporine mouthwash and diode laser therapy are excellent next steps. Cyclosporine is a targeted immunosuppressant rinse that helps control inflammation. However, diode laser therapy is highly effective for resistant oral lichen planus, offering rapid pain relief and faster tissue healing with very few side effects. Many patients find laser therapy more comfortable and convenient. I recommend discussing diode laser therapy with your specialist as a highly effective, modern option to finally bring you some much-needed relief.

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Which is a better and more effective treatment for my long-term, painful mouth sores (Oral Lichen Planus)?using Cyclosporine mouthwash or undergoing diode laser therapy?given that past steroid treatments like Tess, Tosti, Betnesol, Medrol, and Tantum mouthwash are no longer working?

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