A 20-year-old patient presents with increased mobility of only anterior mandibular teeth. Extensive loss of alveolar bone is noted radiographically without evidence of significant periodontal disease. The lesion is lucent with sharp margins. This would suggest which of the following?

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Langerhans cell disease (also known as Langerhans cell histiocytosis) can present with symptoms such as increased mobility of teeth and extensive loss of alveolar bone without significant periodontal disease. The radiographic appearance of a lucent lesion with sharp margins is also consistent with this condition.

A 20-Year-Old Patient Presents with Increased Mobility of Only Anterior