Abstract
The keratocystic odontogenic tumor (KCOT) is a relatively common oral & maxillofacial lesion that derives its origin from remnants of dental lamina. (1) KCOT represents a special group because of their aggressive growth & recurrence. (2) KCOT's are known for their most aggressive behavior, innate growth potential & tendency to invade adjacent hard & soft tissues causing significant morbidity & mortality. It has a high recurrence rate and is associated with the basal cell nevus syndrome (3) . We hereby report an asymptomatic case of KCOT associated with floating left mandibular third molar resembling an odontome in a 21 years old male patient which was treated by original conservative
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