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Ameloblastic fibro-odontoma located in the maxilla of a 3-year-old girl

Authors :
Ülgür, Ismail I.
Caduff, Rosmarie
Erb, Juliane
van Waes, Hubertus
Jacobsen, Christine
Bredell, Marius G.
Source :
Pediatric Dental Journal; August 2014, Vol. 24 Issue: 2 p106-110, 5p
Publication Year :
2014

Abstract

Ameloblastic fibro-odontoma (AFO) is a rare benign tumor which contributes to 1–3% of all odontogenic tumors. AFO is mainly localized in the posterior region of the mandible and typical patients are children who present to their dentists due to non-erupting teeth. We describe an unusual example of a large AFO located in the upper right maxilla and maxillary sinus of a 3-year-old girl. The aims of this case report are to strengthen the knowledge of and to stimulate the discussion about AFO and to point out, that a conservative surgical procedure with regular follow up is highly recommended.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
09172394 and 18803997
Volume :
24
Issue :
2
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Pediatric Dental Journal
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
ejs33438226
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pdj.2013.12.004