Journal of Applied Dental
and Medical Sciences
Journal of Applied Dental and Medical Sciences is A Quarterly Published

ABSTRACT

Oral Squamous Papilloma of the Palate: A Case Report

Swati Goel, Manish Goel

ABSTRACT

Oral squamous papilloma is a benign neoplasm of unknown origin arises from the surface of stratified squamous epithelium. It may be caused by papilloma virus. It usually occurs in 3rd and 5th decade of life. The most common involved site is tongue and palate, and may occur on any other surface of the oral cavity such as the uvula and vermilion of the lip. It is typically an exophytic lesion with a cauliflower like surface or with finger like projections. Here, we are presenting a case of squamous papilloma on the palate.

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