Malignant and Nonmalignant Lesions of the Oral Cavity.

Abstract

There is a broad spectrum of pathology that occurs in the oral cavity. Knowledge of the different anatomic subsites and contents of each is important for accurate diagnosis and treatment. Oral cavity tumors are predominantly malignant in nature, but there are many nonmalignant lesions of which the practicing clinician should be aware. This article will discuss the anatomy, imaging approaches, and imaging characteristics of nonmalignant and malignant pathology in the oral cavity.