Akademik Veri Yönetim Sistemi
The Joint Meeting of The European Association of Oral Medicine Region V, İstanbul, Türkiye, 25 - 27 Ekim 2024, ss.75, (Özet Bildiri)
in the oral cavity. It typically presents as a non-healing, painless, indurated ulceration. Treatment strategies vary depending on the
tumor size and stage, with surgery often being the primary approach, supplemented by radiotherapy or chemotherapy. This case
report aims to emphasize the crucial importance of regular post-implant follow-ups for the early detection and management of
malignancies that may develop in proximity to dental implants.
Case: A 71-year-old female patient, who had maxillary implants placed eight months ago, noticed thread exposure and a
progressively enlarging lesion on the palate four months post-implantation. The non-smoking patient, with a history of controlled
Type II diabetes and hypertension, was referred to our clinic for further evaluation. Intraoral examination revealed an exophytic,
verrucous, firm, and fixed lesion extending from the upper right central region toward the molar area, reaching the midline of
the hard palate. Panoramic imaging demonstrated bone loss around the affected implants. Given the lesion’s characteristics,
an incisional biopsy was performed, confirming SCC. The patient subsequently underwent a hemi-maxillectomy, and the
postoperative healing process was uneventful.
Conclusion: Early detection and intervention are essential for improving outcomes for oral cancer patients. Lesions that persist
beyond two weeks, particularly in the absence of etiological factors, should be thoroughly evaluated for malignancy. Regular
follow-up after implant procedures is crucial for monitoring and detecting any pathological changes.