Lip pleomorphic adenoma

Resumen

Benign tumors in major salivary glands are frequently found in  the parotid gland in 70% to 80% of cases.  Pleomorphic adenoma is the most common tumor of minor salivary glands, the palate being a commonly affected site.Other locations for this tumor within the oral cavity are: lips, oral mucosa, gums and tongue. Location in the lips pertains to 25% of all pleomorphic adenoma. This, according to frequency, places them in second place. Upper lips present higher frequency than lower lips.