Is there a possible link between chronic trauma of the palate induced by a maxillary denture and the appearance of melanoma? Discussion of two case reports and a review of the literature

J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol. 2009 May;23(5):615-6. doi: 10.1111/j.1468-3083.2008.02994.x. Epub 2009 Sep 19.
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Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Letter

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Dentures / adverse effects*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Melanoma / complications
  • Melanoma / pathology*
  • Mouth Neoplasms / complications
  • Mouth Neoplasms / pathology*
  • Palate / injuries*