Abstract

Pleomorphic adenoma is the most common benign salivary gland tumour, typically affecting the parotid gland but occasionally presenting in minor salivary glands of the oral cavity. This case report describes a 35-year-old male patient who presented with a large, midline intraoral swelling on the hard palate, accompanied by difficulty swallowing (dysphagia). The swelling was gradual in onset, painless, and had progressively increased in size. Clinical and radiographic evaluations were done. Surgical excision of the lesion was performed, and histopathological examination confirmed the diagnosis of pleomorphic adenoma. Postoperative recovery was uneventful, and the patient’s symptoms resolved. This case highlights the importance of considering pleomorphic adenoma in the differential diagnosis of palatal swellings and underscores the need for early diagnosis and appropriate management to prevent complications such as functional impairments or malignant transformation.