This comprehensive presentation is designed to enhance the diagnostic acumen of dental professionals in the realm of oral pathology. It focuses on the critical skill of differential diagnosis for a wide spectrum of oral lesions that dental professionals commonly encounter in their clinical practice. The content is structured to provide in-depth knowledge on the diagnosis and management of prevalent oral lesions, with a particular emphasis on oral cancer, autoimmune conditions, and ill-defined radiolucent lesions.
Learning Objectives:
To assess the distinct clinical features of various autoimmune conditions, enabling accurate diagnosis and appropriate management strategies.
To understand the nuanced differences between conventional and HPV-associated oral squamous cell carcinoma, including their distinct management protocols and prognostic implications.
To develop a structured approach to the differential diagnosis of ill-defined radiolucent lesions, incorporating both clinical and radiographic findings.
To distinguish between the various premalignant lesions, enabling accurate differential diagnosis and delineating their respective features, treatment approaches, and prognostic outcomes.
Disclosure(s):
Hiba Qari, BDS, MS, PhD: No financial relationships to disclose
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