Oral lymphangioma

Lymphangioma is a benign hamartomatous neoplasm of the lymphatic vessels. Head-and-neck lymphangiomas are rare but when it affects, tongue is the most common site. These tumors usually manifest within the 1st year of life. When it affects the tongue, there may be either a localized or diffused growth that can enlarge to cause macroglossia. The complications associated with lymphangiomas include occlusal disturbances, disturbances in speech, and poor oral hygiene. Here, we present a case of lymphangioma of the tongue in a 26-year-old male patient who was diagnosed following a routine dental examination.