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Oral Pathology: Common Lesions Practice Questions

20 free Oral Pathology: Common Lesions practice questions for the CDA, each with the correct answer and a detailed explanation. Open any question below, or take the full set as an interactive quiz.

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  1. Q1. Which oral lesion is most commonly associated with Candida albicans infection?
  2. Q2. Which lesion appears as a white patch that cannot be wiped off and has a risk of malignancy?
  3. Q3. Which lesion is characterized by a white, lacy pattern commonly seen on the buccal mucosa?
  4. Q4. A fluid-filled swelling of the lower lip caused by trauma to a salivary duct is most likely:
  5. Q5. Which lesion is considered the most common premalignant lesion of the oral cavity?
  6. Q6. Which lesion appears as a smooth, red, denture-related inflammatory area on the palate?
  7. Q7. A patient presents with small, painful ulcers with a yellow center and red halo. What is the most likely diagnosis?
  8. Q8. Which lesion is commonly associated with tobacco use and presents with red, velvety areas on the oral mucosa?
  9. Q9. Which condition presents as multiple small, yellow papules on the buccal mucosa, representing ectopic sebaceous glands?
  10. Q10. Which lesion appears as a red, inflamed papule that bleeds easily and is often associated with pregnancy?
  11. Q11. Which lesion appears as a white patch that CAN be wiped off, leaving a red, raw surface?
  12. Q12. Which lesion is characterized by “migrating” red patches with white borders on the tongue?
  13. Q13. Which benign lesion results from chronic cheek biting or irritation?
  14. Q14. Which lesion occurs on the floor of the mouth and is a type of mucocele involving a major salivary gland duct?
  15. Q15. Which lesion typically presents as white, elongated patches on the lateral borders of the tongue in immunocompromised patients?
  16. Q16. Which lesion is linked to HPV infection and appears as small, cauliflower-like growths?
  17. Q17. Which lesion appears as red, inflamed, depapillated areas in the midline of the tongue’s dorsum?
  18. Q18. Which lesion presents with elongated filiform papillae that appear dark or stained?
  19. Q19. Which condition is characterized by bilateral white plaques on the buccal mucosa that do not rub off and are present from childhood?
  20. Q20. Which lesion results from blood vessel proliferation and often appears as a red or purple mass in children?