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Odontogenic myxoma: an orthodontic presentation
1Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, St James's University Hospital, Leeds.
British Dental Journal
|October 5, 1991
Summary
A maxillary odontogenic myxoma, a rare jaw tumor, was diagnosed in a teenage male. Treatment involved surgical removal, with the tumor likely originating from a canine tooth's remnants.
Area of Science:
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Odontogenic Tumors
- Dental Histopathology
Background:
- Odontogenic myxomas are rare benign tumors originating from dental tissue.
- They typically occur in the jawbones and can grow extensively.
- Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for favorable outcomes.
Observation:
- A 17-year-old male presented with a maxillary odontogenic myxoma.
- The tumor was discovered during an orthodontic consultation.
- Initial symptoms or signs leading to the consultation were not specified.
Findings:
- Histological examination confirmed the diagnosis of odontogenic myxoma.
- Enucleation was performed, followed by wide local excision for definitive treatment.
- The tumor's origin was traced to the follicular remnants of an unerupted or previously exposed canine tooth.
Implications:
- This case highlights the importance of considering odontogenic tumors in differential diagnoses for jaw lesions.
- Surgical management, including wide local excision, is effective for treating maxillary odontogenic myxomas.
- Understanding tumor origin aids in surgical planning and preventing recurrence.