HOSA Dental Terminology Practice

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Which type of tumor is a benign neoplasm arising from epithelial cells?

Osteoma
Lymphangioma
Papilloma
Myoma

The correct answer is: Papilloma

A papilloma is indeed a benign neoplasm that originates from epithelial cells. Epithelial cells are the cells that line the surfaces of organs and structures throughout the body. Papillomas can appear in various locations, such as the skin (warts), respiratory tract, or even within the ductal system of glands. They are characterized by their finger-like projections and are generally non-cancerous, meaning they do not invade surrounding tissues or metastasize. The other options represent different types of tumors or neoplasms. An osteoma arises from bone tissue, lymphangioma originates from lymphatic vessels, and myoma is a tumor composed of muscle tissue, commonly seen in the uterus as fibroids. Each of these is associated with different types of cells and tissues, distinguishing them from the epithelial-derived papilloma.