Oral diagnostic features of scleroderma include all of the following, except:__________?

Correct answer: B. Widening of the oral aperture

  • A. A hard and a rigid tongue
  • B. Widening of the oral aperture
  • C. Pseudo ankylosis of the T.M joint
  • D. Difficulty in swallowing

Explanation

Scleroderma causes tightening of facial and oral tissues, producing microstomia or narrowing rather than widening of the oral aperture. A rigid tongue, dysphagia, and pseudoankylosis of the temporomandibular joint may occur.

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