Pathology · single question
A bilateral white line along the occlusal plane of the buccal mucosa is:
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Correct answer: A. Linea alba
- A. Correct. Linea alba is a bilateral white line at the occlusal plane from cheek/tooth contact.
- B. Leukoedema is a diffuse grayish-white film that disappears on stretching.
- C. Frictional keratosis is a localized white patch from a specific irritant.
- D. Lichen planus shows lacy Wickham striae, not a single occlusal-line.