Key Points
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Periapical ameloblastoma presents as a periapical radiolucency below the roots of a second right mandibular molar
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The periapical ameloblastoma recurred after inadequate treatment
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The importance of prompt, accurate diagnosis and management is discussed
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Differential diagnosis prior to treatment is mandatory – a tissue biopsy should be undertaken
Abstract
Ameloblastomas, although often benign, are locally aggressive odontogenic lesions. Presentation of this lesion as a pericoronal radiolucency associated with an impacted tooth is well documented.1,2,3,4 Presentation of this lesion as a solitary periapical radiolucency associated with a non-impacted tooth however, is rare.1,2,3,4 Periapical presentation of this lesion may confuse practitioners.3
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The author would like to thank Dr. Kowsari and Ms. Haghighi from the Department of Pathology for their kind help with the photomicrographs, and also the Radiology Department staff for their help with the radiographs.
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Motamedi, M. Periapical ameloblastoma – A case report. Br Dent J 193, 443–445 (2002). https://doi.org/10.1038/sj.bdj.4801592
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