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Compound composite odontoma in primary dentition--a case report.
1College of Dental Surgery, Manipal Academy Of Higher Education, Manipal, South Karnataka, India.
Summary
A rare compound composite odontoma, a dental tumor, occurred in a five-year-old child's primary dentition. This case highlights the importance of recognizing these unusual odontogenic tumors in young patients.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Oral Pathology
- Pediatric Dentistry
Background:
- Compound composite odontomas are rare odontogenic tumors characterized by the abnormal development of dental tissues.
- While common in permanent dentition, their exclusive occurrence in primary dentition is exceptionally infrequent.
Observation:
- A five-year-old child presented with a compound composite odontoma.
- The tumor was composed of rudimentary teeth within the primary dentition.
Findings:
- This case report details a rare instance of a compound composite odontoma in a child's primary teeth.
- The diagnosis was confirmed through clinical examination and likely further imaging (though not detailed in the abstract).
Implications:
- Early diagnosis and management of odontogenic tumors in children are crucial for preserving primary dentition.
- This case contributes to the limited literature on odontomas exclusively affecting primary teeth, aiding future pediatric dental practice.