A 58-year-old male patient on routine check-up with the dentist revealed a non-healing ulceration of the lower lip. History When questioned about the area, the patient claimed the ulcer had been present for at least six months, maybe longer. No pain or discomfort was noted by the patient. When questioned about excessive sun exposure, the patient stated that he spends many hours outdoors and does not use sunblock. The patient denied a history of smoking and alcohol use. No history of trauma to the area was noted.
The patient had a previous history of regular and routine dental care. At the time of the dental appointment, the patient was not taking medications of any kind. No significant problems were noted during the health history. Examinations Physical examination of the head and neck region revealed no abnormal findings. The patient`s vital signs were all found to be within normal…
