title: Unusual presentation of squamous cell carcinoma in young female patient: A case report and review of literature.
abstract: Oral squamous cell carcinoma is the most common "malignant neoplasm" of epithelial origin usually affecting individuals over 50 years of age. It is rare in patients aged <40 years old. This report describes a case of squamous cell carcinoma involving anterior mandibular alveolar region in a 17-year-old female patient, with no history of deleterious habits. This report focuses on etiological factors, diagnosis and prognosis related to the case.
authors.affiliation: Department of Dentistry, Guru Gobind Singh Medical College and Hospital, Faridkot, Punjab, India.
authors.forename: Jasbir
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Kaur
authors.affiliation: Department of Dentistry, Guru Gobind Singh Medical College and Hospital, Faridkot, Punjab, India.
authors.forename: Anantpreet
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Singh
authors.affiliation: Department of Dentistry, Guru Gobind Singh Medical College and Hospital, Faridkot, Punjab, India.
authors.forename: Rohit
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Chopra
keywords: Alcohol; carcinoma; tobacco