Year: 2026
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Introduction: Odontomas are common benign odontogenic lesions considered developmental anomalies of dental tissues. Compound odontomas are characterized by multiple tooth-like structures and typically occur in the anterior maxilla. Case Presentation: A 12-year-old female presented with a painless swelling in the anterior mandible for three months. Clinical examination revealed a firm, localized swelling in the 33–34 region. Radiographic imaging demonstrated multiple radiopaque denticle-like structures within a well-defined radiolucent lesion. Cone beam computed tomography showed buccal cortical expansion without perforation. The lesion was surgically removed, and histopathological examination confirmed the diagnosis of compound odontoma. Conclusion: This report highlights a rare mandibular presentation of compound odontoma in a child and emphasizes the importance of early diagnosis and surgical management.
Source: Journal of chemical health risks
Author: Natasha Gambhir
Institution: Santosh University
Language: English
Subfield: Oral Surgery
Field: Dentistry
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W7217865398