A rare case of Schwanomma of palate

Introduction: Schwanomma are benign tumours of neural crest origin which are slow growing, well encapsulated soft tissue or intrabony mass. It may originate from any of central, peripheral or autonomic nerves that have Schwann cells. Two types are distinguished, central or peripheral. Schwanomma is most commonly found in tongue followed by floor of mouth, palate, gingiva, vestibule and salivary glands. We present a rare case of palatal schwanomma in a young male. Case report: We present a case of 25 year old male patient who presented with history swelling in the roof of the oral cavity since two months. The tumour was solitary with a smooth surface. A fine needle aspiration study was indeterminate. Histopathological study revealed palatal schwanomma. Conclusion: Palatal schwanomma is a rare benign solitary tumour. We are presenting this case since it is a rare case and patient recovered without morbidity. A high index of suspicion is required and possibility of schwanomma should be considered while observing an intraoral swelling. CT scan and fine needle aspiration plays a role in diagnosis of schwannoma. Surgical excision of the lesion was carried out. The definitive diagnosis is confirmed by the histopathological examination