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Dentigerous cyst with mural ameloblastoma.
Journal of the American Dental Association (1939)
|October 1, 1979
Summary
A rare ameloblastoma in a 14-year-old girl initially appeared as a dentigerous cyst. Histologic analysis confirmed the ameloblastoma diagnosis, likely originating from the cyst wall.
Area of Science:
- Oral pathology
- Odontogenic tumors
- Pediatric dentistry
Background:
- Dentigerous cysts are common odontogenic cysts.
- Ameloblastomas are rare, aggressive odontogenic tumors.
- Distinguishing between these entities is crucial for treatment.