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Compound odontoma associated with a primary molar

M Piattelli1, M Paolantonio

  • 1Dental School, University of Chieti, Italy.

Acta Stomatologica Belgica
|September 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary

A rare compound odontoma was found between primary molar roots. Surgical extraction of the tooth and odontoma allowed for detailed analysis.

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Area of Science:

  • Dentistry
  • Oral Pathology
  • Pediatric Dentistry

Background:

  • Odontomas are benign odontogenic tumors composed of enamel and dentin.
  • Compound odontomas typically occur in the anterior maxilla, with posterior or primary tooth involvement being less common.

Observation:

  • A unique case of a compound odontoma is presented.
  • The odontoma was unusually located between the roots of a primary molar.

Findings:

  • The primary molar and the associated compound odontoma were surgically extracted.
  • Histopathological analysis was performed on the extracted specimen using a cutting-grinding system.

Implications:

  • This case highlights the potential for odontomas to occur in atypical locations within the primary dentition.
  • Understanding such variations is crucial for accurate diagnosis and management in pediatric dentistry.
  • Further research into the etiology of odontoma variations may be warranted.

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