At the periphery, elongation of the rete ridges is noted with associated hyperparakeratosis and acanthosis. The predominant inflammatory infiltrate in the lamina propria is neutrophils with an admixture of chronic inflammatory cells. No medical intervention is required as the lesion is benign and most often asymptomatic. Biopsy is not usually necessary given the characteristic clinical presentation. Consultation with an oral pathologist is indicated if a question exists about the diagnosis.
Geographic tongue is a benign condition.
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