Morphology
Question Description
Why does my lip look like this?
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Age: 62 YRS. Height: 6 2 Weight: 220 LBS Sex: Male BP: 95/75
Chief Complaint: Why does it look like my lower lip is disappearing?
Medical History: Past history of basal carcinoma on the tip of his nose
Current Medications: None
Social History: Alaskan fisherman
Scenario: Patient of record had not visited the office for 4 years. He was concerned about the appearance of his lower lip. A limited examination was performed. A clinical photograph was taken (see Slide # 32 showing Loss of Vermilion Border of the Lips). He needs routine maintenance appointments and a full mouth radiographic series.
In 1-2 paragraphs please address the following questions .
- What is happening to the vermilion border of this patients lower lip?
- What is involved in the loss of the vermillion border?
- What serious complications could be involved?
- What could prevent a serious complication?
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