Verruca Vulgaris of the Right Buccal Mucosa: A Case Report
Elamparithi B, Pavithra D, Majeetha Begum F
International Journal of Research and Reports in Dentistry · pp. 424–429 · Published 14 Oct 2025
10.9734/ijrrd/2025/v8i2251Abstract
Verruca vulgaris, commonly referred to as a wart, is a benign growth that develops due to infection with the human papillomavirus (HPV). While warts are predominantly found on the skin, oral involvement is relatively uncommon. Clinically, oral lesions may appear as verruca plana, filiform warts, or verruca vulgaris. The latter is a self-limiting lesion of the skin and mucosa that can persist for years without intervention. This report highlights the case of a 42-year-old male who presented with a whitish, finger-like lesion on the right buccal mucosa. This lesion was described as slow growing with no symptoms but later difficulty in mastication. Following clinical and histological evaluation, the lesion was diagnosed as verruca vulgaris, and complete excision was performed under local anesthesia.
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