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Peripheral Ameloblastoma Resembling an Exophytic Gingival Lesion: A Report of a Rare Case

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Peripheral ameloblastoma is a rare, benign, slow-growing odontogenic neoplasm prevalent in the mandible. It originates from the odontogenic epithelium and its remnants, and its histological characteristics are identical to those of intraosseous ameloblastoma. It is less aggressive and invasive than its intraosseous variety, with a low recurrence rate. This report vividly portrays a rare case of peripheral ameloblastoma in a young male patient, detailing its clinical and surgical presentation. It effectively underscores the importance of considering peripheral ameloblastoma in the differential diagnosis of exophytic gingival lesions.

Source: Cureus

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.74004

Authors: Abira Chattopadhyay, Arif Hossain, Aritra Chatterjee, Nayana De, Soumen Mandal

Institution: Dr. R. Ahmed Dental College and Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology

Subfield: Oral Surgery

Field: Dentistry

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4404526582