Verrucous Carcinoma in the Upper Alveolar Ridge: Case Report with 18-years Follow-up
The verrucous carcinoma is a low-grade malignant neoplasia, superficially invasive, with a low rate of metastasis. It is frequently associated with tobacco. This neoplasia with a low rate of infiltration must be treated and followed up. The dentist plays a role in early diagnosis of oral cancer and in post-treatment rehabilitation. Upon having the tumor diagnosed, the patient must be sent to an oncologist. The purpose of this article was to report a case in which the tumor was removed during biopsy. Once a malignant neoplasia was diagnosed, the patient was scheduled in Head and Neck Surgery Service.
Keywords: verrucous carcinoma; mouth neoplasms; gingiva; oral diseases; gingival diseases; early diagnosis.
Citation: Pinto FMSD, de Mello DNP, Utumi ER, Bacci JE, Pedron IG. “Verrucous Carcinoma in the Upper Alveolar Ridge: Case Report with 18-years Follow-up”. SVOA Dentistry 2:6 (2021) Pages 258-262.
