Abstract
Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) typifies 90% of oral carcinomas, occurring more frequently on tongue. Average age of affected patients is 60 years old. Major risk factors are alcohol and tobacco, notably when associated. We report a case of a 40-year-old patient, male, non-smoker and non-drinker, who reported a lesion on lateral border of tongue that appeared 3 months ago, evolving from a discreet traumatic ulcer. Clinical examination exposed an extensive ulcer on lateral border of tongue, with irregular shape, diffuse borders, settled, ulcerated surface, and no infiltration. Additional examinations were requested followed by an incisional biopsy sent to histopathology, confirming clinical diagnosis. Complete surgical removal of lesion was suggested and patient has been under dentistry attendance for 6 months with no signs of lesion recurrence. We propose a complete surgical removal of lesion and patient has been in dental care for 6 months, with no signs of recurrence of lesion.
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