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Ameloblastic fibro-odontoma: a case report.
Ana-Sueli-Rodrigues Cavalcante1, Ana-Lia Anbinder, Nívea-Cristina-Sena Costa
1Department of Bioscience and Oral Diagnosis, School of Dentistry of São José dos Campos. UNESP-Universidade Estadual Paulista, São José dos Campos, SP, Brazil CEP: 12245-000. anasueli@fosjc.unesp.br
Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal
|August 15, 2009
Summary
Ameloblastic fibro-odontoma (AFO), a rare odontogenic tumor, was diagnosed in an 8-year-old boy. Surgical removal resulted in no recurrence after eight years of monitoring.
Area of Science:
- Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Odontogenic Tumors
Background:
- Ameloblastic fibro-odontoma (AFO) is an uncommon, benign odontogenic tumor characterized by slow growth.
- AFO typically affects children and adolescents and is often asymptomatic.
Observation:
- A case presentation of an 8-year-old Caucasian male with a mandibular AFO is detailed.
- Clinical examination revealed a significant intraoral swelling.
- Radiographic imaging demonstrated a well-defined radiolucent lesion with radiopaque components.
Findings:
- Histopathological analysis confirmed the diagnosis of AFO, showing features of dental papilla-like connective tissue, epithelial components, and odontogenic hard tissues (denticles, enamel, dentin).
- The lesion was surgically excised and curetted.
Implications:
- This case highlights the importance of accurate diagnosis and surgical management of AFO in pediatric patients.
- Long-term follow-up confirmed the successful treatment and absence of recurrence, supporting surgical excision as an effective therapeutic strategy for AFO.
