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A healthy 27-year-old male presents for a limited exam with the chief complaint that his upper right tooth, third from the back, has been bothering him progressively for the last few months. Health history reveals a slightly elevated blood pressure and that he is a chronic tobacco user (one can per day).
The issue for the tooth was addressed, and an assessment of the tissue followed. A large area of the lower left vestibule was noted to be corrugated and rough upon palpation. Discussion ensued. The patient indicated he was aware of the risks associated with tobacco—a clear pathological segue into oral cancer.
How would you follow up? What would you recommend and advise? The door is wide open … take it away, my friends.
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