Where are Fordyces granules most commonly found in the oral cavity?

Fordyce granules are ectopic sebaceous glands that are commonly found in the oral cavity, particularly in specific areas. They are typically seen as small, painless, pale lesions or spots. The most common locations for these granules include the buccal mucosa and the lips.

The buccal mucosa, which lines the inside of the cheeks, and the lips provide an environment conducive to the presence of these glands due to the type of tissue and the sebaceous secretions that can occur in these areas. This is why the option indicating the buccal mucosa and lips is considered correct. In contrast, granules may be less frequently observed in the gingiva, tongue, palate, or floor of the mouth. The unique distribution of Fordyce granules highlights the characteristics of sebaceous gland placement within the oral cavity, making the articulation regarding their common presence in the buccal mucosa and lips particularly relevant in the study of oral anatomy and pathology.