Pleomorphic Adenoma of the Hard Palate: A Case Report

Abstract

Pleomorphic adenoma is the most common benign salivary gland neoplasm; the majority of these tumors arise in the parotid gland and rarely in the minor salivary glands. The objective is to assess clinical and radiological results, leading to a planned excisional biopsy under local anesthesia with a minimally invasive approach. The report aims to validate diagnostic accuracy and discuss broader clinical implications, emphasizing the significance of accurate diagnosis and the role of minimally invasive procedures in managing pleomorphic adenoma (PA) in minor salivary glands. A 29-year-old ASA I male patient was referred to the clinic with a 5-year history of a painless mass in the hard palate. Based on clinical and radiological examinations, an excisional biopsy was planned under local anesthesia. The operation was performed with a minimally invasive approach. Histopathological examination identified a diagnosis of PA, consistent with clinical and radiological evaluation. Pleomorphic adenoma of the minor salivary gland is a relatively rare pathology. The complete excision of the tumor is a definitive treatment protocol for these cases.

Cite this article as: Eren Y, Öztürk Muhtar M, Emes Y, Olgaç V, Aybar B. Pleomorphic adenoma of the hard palate: A case report. Essent Dent. 2025, 4, 0007, doi: 10.5152/EssentDent.2025.25007.