Lingual mucosal ulceration with mandibular sequestration is a condition that presents most commonly in the lower molar region and may be influenced by a variety of local and systemic factors. Three such cases are reported, two involving a history of recent dental extraction and one of seemingly spontaneous onset with the possibility of an underlying association with bisphosphonate therapy. An overview of the surgical and non-surgical management strategies for such cases is described.
Clinical relevance: This condition presents most commonly following extraction of mandibular molar teeth. Patients may require referral to secondary care for further management if failing to respond to local non-surgical measures or in the presence of underlying systemic factors.