A 48-year-old male presented to a dental clinic for a routine check-up and a nonhealing ulceration of the lower lip was observed. History The ulcer had been present for around six months with no pain or discomfort. He mentioned that he spends many hours outdoors and does not use sunscreen. The patient denied smoking and alcohol use. The patient had been undergoing regular and routine dental care and was not taking any medications. Examination No abnormal findings were revealed on physical examination of the head and neck region, and all the vital signs were found to be normal.
No palpable lymph nodes were detected. No other abnormal extraoral findings were noted. Oral examination revealed an ulcerative lesion of the vermilion of the lower lip, measuring 1 cm in diameter. When palpated, the periphery of the lesion felt indurated. *This case is from Docplexus Editorial Team for educative…