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Atypical peripheral ameloblastoma of the palate

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  29 June 2007

Chong Huat Siar
Affiliation:
Department of Oral Pathology & Oral Medicine, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Malaya.
Kok Han Ng*
Affiliation:
Division of Stomatology, Institute for Medical Research, Jalan Pahang.
Chon Hee Ngui
Affiliation:
General Hospital, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Cheng Huat Chuah
Affiliation:
Division of Stomatology, Institute for Medical Research, Jalan Pahang.
*
Kok Han Ng, Division of Stomatology, Institute for Medical Research, Jalan Pahang50588 Kuala Lumpur

Abstract

Clinical, radiological and histological characteristics of the peripheral ameloblastoma are briefly outlined. A case found occurring in the palate and presenting with atypical histological features is reported. The differential diagnosis of this lesion, its treatment and histogenesis are discussed.

Type
Clinical Records
Copyright
Copyright © JLO (1984) Limited 1990

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