The practice of Dentistry in Singapore has advanced rapidly, with the development and recognition of several specialty practices, coupled with the support of established specialty training programmes abroad as well as locally. In this respect, the Academy of Medicine, Singapore (AMS) had led and played a pivotal role in...

Cutaneous melanocytic lesions are amongst the commonest tumours in all races but are more common in Caucasians with fair skin. Although most are benign melanocytic naevi that are readily diagnosed clinically, melanocytic lesions are commonly excised because of the concern that they may represent a melanoma or because of...

As the histopathological diagnosis of any lymphoma still largely hinges upon the demonstration of lymphoid architectural abnormality, the pathologist must first be cognizant of the histology of normal and reactive lymphoid tissue in all contexts, particularly in extranodal tissue such as Waldeyer’s ring where unfamiliarity with lymphoid histological landmarks...

The primary function of the immune system of the mouth is to protect the teeth, jaws, gingivae and the rest of the oral mucosa against infection. The oral immune system is part of an extensive and specialised compartmentalised mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue (MALT). This article is available only as a PDF....

Betel quid/areca nut use has been common in South and Southeast Asia and the Asia Pacific region for a long time and is common among migrated communities in Africa, Europe and North America. Because of its ancient history, its use is socially acceptable among all sections of society, including...