Case Challenge
The Journal of Contemporary Dental Practice, volume 10 , number 6, January 1, 2008
>AAOMP CASE CHALLENGE: A Pigmented Lesion of the Mandibular Facial Gingiva

The following Case Challenge is provided by the American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology


Can you make the diagnosis?

Case Summary

A 72-year-old male presented with a raised lesion in the area of the maxillary right tuberosity. The patient had become aware of the lesion only recently when his upper complete denture would not seat properly.


History of Present Illness
Medical History
Clinical and Radiographic Findings
Incisional Biopsy Findings


After you have finished reviewing the available diagnostic information, make the diagnosis.




Citation:  Kemp S, Gallagher G. AAOMP CASE CHALLENGE: A Mass of the Tuberosity. J Contemp Dent Pract 2008 March;(9)3:149-153.