Complex odontome in posterior maxilla: A rare occurenc

Abstract

Odontomas are the most common benign tumor of jaw constituting 22% of all odontogenic tumors. They are categorised under the benign calcified odontogenic tumors. It is considered to be hamartoma, that is, tumor like malformations. Odontomas are usually small resembling the size of the tooth. Large odontomas are rare. Complex odontomas are usually located in the posterior region of the mandible. In this case, complex odontoma was large with the size of approx. 5 cm and located in the posterior maxilla. The sole management depends upon the early diagnosis, histopathological examination and excision of these tissues. Keywords: Odontome, Complex odontome, Compound odontome.