buccal mucosa

Oral cavity

What is the oral cavity? The oral cavity is the beginning of the aerodigestive tract. The oral cavity starts at the lips and ends in a part of the throat called the oropharynx. The oral cavity is made up of multiple parts including the lips, tongue, floor of mouth, gingiva, buccal mucosa, hard palate, and …
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Keratinizing squamous dysplasia of the oral cavity

Background: Keratinizing squamous dysplasia is a condition characterized by abnormal growth and development of the squamous cells that line the oral cavity. In this condition, the squamous cells exhibit abnormal changes, including increased keratin production, which can lead to the formation of thickened, white, or red patches in the oral cavity. This condition is considered …
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