Title of article
The Importance of Histopathological Examination to the Final Diagnosis of Peripheral Odontogenic Tumors: A Case Report of a Peripheral Odontoma
Author/Authors
Augusto de Oliveira, Marcio Department of Stomatology - School of Dentistry - University of São Paulo, Brazil , Reis, Bruna Dental School - University of Santo Amaro, Brazil , Pallos, Debora Dental School - University of Santo Amaro, Brazil , Jung Kim, Yeon Dental School - University of Santo Amaro, Brazil , Braz-Silva, Paulo Henrique Department of Stomatology - School of Dentistry - University of São Paulo, Brazil , Martins, Fabiana Dental School - University of Santo Amaro, Brazil
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5
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Abstract
A 30-year-old Caucasian man presented with an 18-month history of an asymptomatic calcified mass, located on the buccal side of
the alveolar ridge. Medical records did not present any underlying conditions. On intraoral examination, the lesion was located on
the right side of the maxilla, showing mucosal fenestration with mineralized tissue measuring approximately 1 cm in diameter.
Radiographic examination showed multiple radiopaque masses. Incisional biopsy was performed, and histological analysis
revealed a presence of enamel matrix, dentin, and cementum, resembling tooth-like structures. Surgical removal was offered
after the diagnostic confirmation of peripheral odontoma, but the patient refused because of the asymptomatic nature of the lesion.
Keywords
Histopathological Examination , Peripheral Odontogenic Tumors , Peripheral Odontoma
Journal title
Case Reports in Dentistry
Serial Year
2019
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2618648
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