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What age group is primarily affected by ameloblastic fibro-odontoma?
What age group is primarily affected by ameloblastic fibro-odontoma?
Where does an ameloblastic fibro-odontoma typically develop?
Where does an ameloblastic fibro-odontoma typically develop?
Which of the following describes the appearance of ameloblastic fibro-odontoma on an X-ray?
Which of the following describes the appearance of ameloblastic fibro-odontoma on an X-ray?
What histopathological feature is characteristic of ameloblastic fibro-odontoma?
What histopathological feature is characteristic of ameloblastic fibro-odontoma?
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What is a notable feature of the ameloblastic fibro-odontoma lesion?
What is a notable feature of the ameloblastic fibro-odontoma lesion?
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Study Notes
Ameloblastic Fibro-Odontoma
- Occurs in young patients (first and second decades)
- Located in the mandibular molar region
- Presents as a painless, slowly developing swelling near unerupted teeth
- Imaging shows a large, unilocular, well-demarcated lesion with mixed radiolucent and radiopaque appearances
- Histological examination reveals epithelial strands resembling dental lamina within a background of odontogenic connective tissue with randomly arranged fibroblasts
- Contains both mature and immature complex odontoma components
- Always encapsulated
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Description
This quiz focuses on Ameloblastic Fibro-Odontoma, a rare odontogenic tumor affecting young patients. It explores its characteristics, clinical presentation, imaging findings, and histological features. Test your knowledge about this unique dental condition.
