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1Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology Department, Naval Postgraduate Dental School, National Naval Medical Center, Bethesda, Maryland, USA. James.Castle@med.navy.mil
The Journal of Contemporary Dental Practice
|December 19, 2009
Summary
A bony expansion was found in the right maxillary tuberosity of a 48-year-old African-American female. This asymptomatic finding requires further investigation for potential underlying causes.
Area of Science:
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Dental Radiology
Background:
- Maxillary tuberosity bony expansions are uncommon findings.
- Asymptomatic presentations can delay diagnosis.
Observation:
- A 48-year-old African-American female presented with an asymptomatic bony growth on the right maxillary tuberosity.
Findings:
- The bony expansion was identified during routine evaluation.
- Further diagnostic imaging is pending to characterize the lesion.
Implications:
- Early detection of maxillary tuberosity abnormalities is crucial.
- Understanding the etiology of such expansions aids in appropriate management.
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