Bilateral presentation of necrotizing sialometaplasia--a case report
Newland, J.
Dental Update 34(9): 586-588
2007
ISSN/ISBN: 0305-5000 PMID: 18087930 Document Number: 606274
Necrotizing sialometaplasia is a benign, self-limiting condition that may clinically and microscopically closely resemble mucoepidermoid carcinoma or squamous carcinoma with the potential for extensive, inappropriate and unnecessary treatment. This paper reports a case of bilateral necrotizing sialometaplasia of the palate which resolved quickly with conservative treatment only. The importance of necrotizing sialometaplasia is that this self-limiting condition may be mistaken for malignancy. It is important to recognize this condition to prevent unnecessary investigations and treatment being carried out.