Focal cemento-osseous dysplasia: review and a case report
Y M Y Salem1, Y I Osman, E J G Norval
1Restorative Department, University of Western Cape, South Africa.
Summary
Focal cemento-osseous dysplasia is a benign condition often asymptomatic. Regular follow-up is crucial as it may progress to florid osseous dysplasia.
Area of Science:
- Oral pathology
- Dental radiology
- Fibro-osseous lesions
Background:
- Focal cemento-osseous dysplasia (FCOD) is a common benign fibro-osseous lesion.
- It affects both dentate and edentulous patients.
- Often asymptomatic, FCOD typically requires no intervention.
Observation:
- This case report details a patient diagnosed with focal cemento-osseous dysplasia.
- Differential diagnoses were considered to confirm the final diagnosis.
- The lesion's characteristics were evaluated through clinical and radiographic examination.
Findings:
- Focal cemento-osseous dysplasia is a benign fibro-osseous lesion.
- The condition is typically asymptomatic and requires no treatment.
- Monitoring is essential due to potential progression to florid osseous dysplasia.
Implications:
- Early identification and monitoring of focal cemento-osseous dysplasia are important.
- Understanding the progression to florid osseous dysplasia aids clinical management.
- This case highlights the importance of differential diagnosis in fibro-osseous lesions.
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