Table 2.
Mild to moderate mucosal disease 
 Localized application of high-potency topical corticosteroids
 Generalized application of upper mid-strength topical corticosteroid
 Topical analgesics 
Moderate to severe mucosal disease 
 Localized application of upper mid-strength topical corticosteroids
 Topical application of tacrolimus 0.1% ointment
 Intralesional therapy with high-potency steroids for refractory lesions
 Topical application of cyclosporine rinses
 Oral phototherapy 
Salivary gland disease 
 Home fluoride therapy
 Frequent water sipping and saliva substitutes
 Salivary stimulants (sugar-free gum, sugar-free candy)
 Sialogogues: cevimeline, pilocarpine 
Mild to moderate mucosal disease 
 Localized application of high-potency topical corticosteroids
 Generalized application of upper mid-strength topical corticosteroid
 Topical analgesics 
Moderate to severe mucosal disease 
 Localized application of upper mid-strength topical corticosteroids
 Topical application of tacrolimus 0.1% ointment
 Intralesional therapy with high-potency steroids for refractory lesions
 Topical application of cyclosporine rinses
 Oral phototherapy 
Salivary gland disease 
 Home fluoride therapy
 Frequent water sipping and saliva substitutes
 Salivary stimulants (sugar-free gum, sugar-free candy)
 Sialogogues: cevimeline, pilocarpine 

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