Oral osteoma in 6 dogs

Area of Science:

• Veterinary Medicine
• Oncology
• Oral Surgery

Background:

• Oral osteomas are benign bone neoplasms affecting dogs.
• Diagnosis and treatment can be challenging due to their location and potential impact on adjacent structures.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review medical records of dogs with oral osteomas.
• To analyze signalment, clinical signs, diagnostic imaging, surgical procedures, and histopathologic characteristics.
• To evaluate treatment outcomes and recurrence rates.

Main Methods:

• Retrospective review of medical records for dogs diagnosed with oral osteomas.
• Analysis of clinical data, including physical examination, intraoral radiographs, and surgical reports.
• Classification of osteomas as central or peripheral based on clinical and radiographic findings.
• Assessment of surgical outcomes, including recurrence and progression post-treatment.

Main Results:

• Six oral osteomas were identified in dogs.
• Radiographic signs included bone proliferation without lysis; one case showed root resorption.
• Four central and two peripheral osteomas were diagnosed.
• Excisional biopsy (wide or marginal) resulted in no recurrence.
• Debulking led to minimal progression over 5.5 months.

Conclusions:

• Oral osteomas in dogs can be effectively treated with excisional biopsy.
• Surgical management should aim for complete removal to prevent recurrence.
• Debulking may be an option for certain cases, but carries a risk of progression.