Haemangiomas and vascular malformations within the oral cavity – diagnostics, differentiation, treatment

Introduction. Haemangioma and vascular
malformations (lat. angioma arteriovenosum) of
head and neck are frequent conditions in daily dental
practice. These malignant lesions come from the
structure of blood vessels. Although angiomas are
mild, non-encapsulated lesions, they may evolve into
malignant lesions; therefore, detailed diagnostics and
proper selection of treatment methods towards the
above-mentioned vascular lesions are important. Aim
of the study. To describe lesions of the haemangioma
type taking into consideration diagnostics,
differentiation with other lesions within the oral cavity
and review of selected treatment methods. Conclusion.
Haemangiomas require individual clinical treatment.
The risk of occurrence of ulcerations and postsurgical
scars must be reduced before treatment. Such
procedure is particularly important in the case of facial
lesions, which may be treated as physical and social
impediment. Modern treatment methods based on
application of laser devices are procedures of choice in
terms of aesthetics, minimal risk of occurrence of side
effects and achieving permanent therapeutic effect