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A trauma-induced lesion on the buccal mucosa (from a broken tooth). Which is NOT a likely differential?
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Correct answer: D. Verruca vulgaris
- A. SCC is a reasonable differential for a chronic traumatic mucosal lesion.
- B. Pleomorphic adenoma (minor salivary gland) is plausible at this site.
- C. Lipoma is a soft submucosal nodule that can be considered.
- D. Correct (NOT likely). Verruca vulgaris is an HPV-induced wart of keratinized skin/lips, not a typical trauma-related buccal mucosal lesion.