Abstract
Ameloblastoma is a benign epithelial odontogenic tumor that presents locally invasive behavior associated with high recurrence rates. This case report aims to describe and illustrate the treatment of an extensive mandibular ameloblastoma. A 23-year-old male patient affected by ameloblastoma in the left jaw, complaining of edema in the region, dysphagia, and limitation of cervical movements. Presence of clinically visible ulcerated mass involving the teeth. Computed tomography showed an intraosseous, hypodense, expansive, multiloculated lesion. Left hemimandibulectomy was performed, followed by immediate free fibula flap reconstruction. Mandibular reconstruction with free flaps is an excellent modality to treat extensive multicystic ameloblastoma.
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