Dental OSCE (Objective Structured Clinical Examination) Practice Exam

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What characteristic is true of leukoedema in the oral cavity?

Found on the floor of the mouth
Found on the buccal mucosa
Found on the tongue
Found on the hard palate

The correct answer is: Found on the buccal mucosa

Leukoedema is characterized by a grayish-white, diffuse appearance in the oral cavity, primarily located on the buccal mucosa. This condition is more prevalent in individuals with darker skin pigmentation and is believed to be a normal variation rather than a pathological condition. The buccal mucosa is the most commonly affected area because it experiences friction and irritation from habitual actions such as chewing and speech. While leukoedema can appear in various oral locations, its most significant and characteristic presentation is indeed found on the buccal mucosa. Other areas, such as the floor of the mouth, the tongue, and the hard palate, are not commonly associated with leukoedema, making the identification of the buccal mucosa as its primary site of presence critical for recognizing the condition.