ORAL MELANOTIC MACULE (OMM) (Also called focal melanosis labial melanotic macule) A benign, localized, flat pigmented lesion of the oral mucosa Caused by a focal increase in melanin production Oral melanoma and other pigmentations: when to biopsy? Lambertini 2018 Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology Wiley Online Library Pigmented (Purple or Brown) Lesions in the Mouth Pigmented (Purple or Brown) Lesions in the Mouth Kazemi Oral Surgery Facialart.com This lovely patient was thrilled with her beautiful result after laser treatment of oral melanotic macules. I share this case to educate: laser treatment requires accurate diagnosis, an understanding