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Erupted compound odontome.

Se Shekar¹, Roopa S Rao, B Gunasheela

¹Department of Orthodontics, M S Ramaiah Dental College, Bangalore, Karnataka, India.

Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology : JOMFP

|September 3, 2011

Summary

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Peripheral compound odontomas are rare benign calcified odontogenic tumors. This case highlights an unusual eruption of one in a 15-year-old, associated with a missing molar.

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Compound odontome erupted mandible

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Dentistry
Oral Pathology
Radiology

Background:

Odontomas are benign hamartomas, not true neoplasms, primarily composed of enamel and dentin.
They are typically asymptomatic, discovered incidentally on radiographs, and classified as benign calcified odontogenic tumors.
Eruption of odontomas into the oral cavity is an uncommon event.

Observation:

A peripheral compound odontoma was identified in a 15-year-old female.
The odontoma presented as a rudimentary tooth-like structure in the mandibular right second molar region.
This lesion was noted to be nearing exfoliation.

Findings:

The peripheral compound odontoma's eruption was associated with the aplasia of the mandibular right second molar.
This presentation is unusual due to the extraosseous origin and tendency for exfoliation of peripheral compound odontomas.
The specific location and association with molar aplasia make this a noteworthy clinical observation.

Implications:

This case underscores the importance of radiographic examination for diagnosing odontomas.
Understanding the association between peripheral compound odontomas and dental anomalies like aplasia is crucial for diagnosis and treatment planning.
The rare eruption necessitates awareness among dental professionals for appropriate management.