Oral papillomas are benign tumors resulting from infection with the human papillomavirus (HPV).
Although most lesions are benign, it is worth paying attention to the oncogenic HPV 16 – often causing condylomas on the throat and increasing the risk of developing oral cancer.
In the oral cavity, human papilloma usually takes the form of a fleshy, raised lump with an uneven surface. It can appear on the tongue, inner cheeks, gums, palate, or lips. Squamous cell papilloma, one of the most common lesions caused by HPV in the oral cavity, appears in the ICD-10 classification as D10 – Benign neoplasm of the oral cavity and throat. The lesion usually occurs on the tongue or inner cheeks and may have a rough, uneven surface.
