Abstract
Background: Ameloblastoma is the most common benign odontogenic tumor with variable clinical characteristics and histological patterns. This tumor is regarded as locally malignant due to its local invasiveness, aggressiveness and persistent growth. Principal modality of treatment of ameloblastoma is different types of jaw resection since the chance of recurrence is extremely high if treated by enucleation and curettage. However, jaw resection is associated with many complications such as loss of jaw bone support, deformity, dysfunction and psychological distress even after reconstruction. Keratocystic Odontogenic Tumor (KCOT) is another common benign odontogenic tumor with a strong tendency to recur due to its fragile lining comprises finger like projection and daughter cyst.
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