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Peripheral compound odontoma erupting in the gingiva.
João A C Hanemann1, Denise T Oliveira, Natália Galvão Garcia
1Department of Clinic and Surgery, Area Stomatology, Alfenas Federal University, Alfenas, Minas Gerais, Brazil.
Head & Face Medicine
|June 14, 2013
Summary
A rare peripheral odontoma, a benign tooth tumor, erupted in a 15-year-old girl's gingiva. Surgical removal confirmed the compound odontoma diagnosis, marking a unique case presentation.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Oral Pathology
- Odontogenic Tumors
Background:
- Peripheral odontomas are rare tumors originating in extraosseous soft tissues.
- Early intervention is crucial to prevent enlargement and potential eruption into the oral cavity.
Observation:
- A 15-year-old female presented with "denticles on the gingiva" and seven erupted tooth-like structures.
- Intraoral examination revealed these structures in the anterior left gingiva, with an absent left first premolar.
- Radiographic evaluation showed irregular, tooth-like structures without bone involvement.
Findings:
- Surgical excision of the gingival lesion was performed.
- Histopathological analysis confirmed the diagnosis of a compound odontoma.
- This represents the twelfth reported case of peripheral odontoma in the gingiva.
Implications:
- This case is the first documented instance of a peripheral odontoma erupting into the oral cavity.
- Highlights the importance of recognizing and managing peripheral odontomas to prevent complications.
- Contributes to the understanding of rare odontogenic tumor presentations and their clinical behavior.
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