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Ameloblastic fibro-odontoma: a case report
Hyunho Chang1, David S Precious, Michael S Shimizu
1Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Centre and Oral and Maxillofacial Sciences, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada.
Journal (Canadian Dental Association)
|March 11, 2003
Summary
Ameloblastic fibro-odontoma, a benign tumor, presents unique histological features of ameloblastic fibroma and complex odontoma. This case report details a rare occurrence in a 26-year-old woman, highlighting diagnostic and clinical considerations.
Area of Science:
- Oral Pathology
- Odontogenic Tumors
- Histopathology
Background:
- Ameloblastic fibro-odontoma is a rare benign odontogenic tumor.
- It combines features of ameloblastic fibroma and complex odontoma.
- Typically observed in pediatric and adolescent populations, often linked to delayed tooth eruption.
Observation:
- This report details a case of ameloblastic fibro-odontoma in a 26-year-old woman.
- The lesion was located in the posterior mandible.
- The patient presented with swelling and discomfort.
Findings:
- Histopathological examination confirmed the diagnosis, revealing characteristic features of both ameloblastic fibroma and complex odontoma.
- Radiographic evaluation was crucial in identifying the lesion.
- The tumor was associated with a developing tooth.
Implications:
- This case expands the known age range for ameloblastic fibro-odontoma.
- Understanding the histogenesis is key for accurate diagnosis.
- Highlights the importance of considering this benign tumor in adult patients with similar clinical presentations.