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Epidermization of lip in an adolescent: clinical appearance and dermoscopic correlation

Epidermization of lip is described as presence of a smooth, steep, leukokeratotic plaque over the lower vermilion border, blending evenly into the distal skin surface. It is a disorder of cosmetic concern. A 14-year-old girl patient came to the OPD with complaints of asymptomatic white patch on the upper lip since 1 year. A white plaque of 0.5*0.75 cm size was seen on the upper lip extending beyond the vermilion border of the lip. Dermoscopy showed multiple white to yellow dots coalescing with each other. Electrocautery was done under topical anaesthesia. The case is being reported to emphasise to highlight the role of dermoscopy as a simple, non-invasive tool that aids in confirming the diagnosis, establishing the benign nature of the lesion and providing reassurance to the patient.