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To discuss a rare case of oral malignant melanoma and highlight the importance of early diagnosis and treatment.

May 7, 2026CureusOpen Access

Primary Malignant Melanoma of the Mandible: A Diagnostic Dilemma and Surgical Management of a Rare Entity

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Case report reveals effective surgical approaches for oral malignant melanoma, indicating timely diagnosis improves outcomes.

To discuss a rare case of oral malignant melanoma and highlight the importance of early diagnosis and treatment.
Case report presentation of a 42-year-old woman with melanocytic lesion on mandibular gingiva.
Imaging studies using computed tomography and positron emission tomography were conducted.
Surgical interventions included wide local excision, neck dissection, and reconstruction.
Biopsy confirmed the diagnosis of oral malignant melanoma.
Postoperative recovery was satisfactory with the patient remaining disease-free at 18-month follow-up.
Early detection and aggressive surgical approach are critical for favorable outcomes.

Soni et al. (2026) studied this question.

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