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What age group is most commonly affected by benign cementoblastoma?
What age group is most commonly affected by benign cementoblastoma?
- Second and third decades of life (correct)
- Individuals over 60 years old
- Adolescents
- Infants and toddlers
Which of the following accurately describes the radiographic appearance of benign cementoblastoma?
Which of the following accurately describes the radiographic appearance of benign cementoblastoma?
- Always completely radiopaque
- May be radiolucent, mixed, or radiopaque (correct)
- Only visible on 3D imaging
- Always completely radiolucent
In which area is benign cementoblastoma most frequently found?
In which area is benign cementoblastoma most frequently found?
- Maxillary incisor region
- Mandibular molar/premolar area (correct)
- Maxillary posterior area
- Mandibular anterior area
What feature distinguishes benign cementoblastoma from other similar lesions?
What feature distinguishes benign cementoblastoma from other similar lesions?
What histopathological feature is commonly observed in benign cementoblastoma?
What histopathological feature is commonly observed in benign cementoblastoma?
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What is a benign cementoblastoma?
What is a benign cementoblastoma?
A rare type of tumor that develops from cementum, the substance that covers the root of a tooth. It usually affects molars or premolars and grows slowly, causing the bone around the tooth to expand.
Where does a benign cementoblastoma typically occur?
Where does a benign cementoblastoma typically occur?
The tumor usually affects molars or premolars, mainly in the mandible (lower jaw).
Who is most likely to develop a benign cementoblastoma?
Who is most likely to develop a benign cementoblastoma?
It is more common in males than females, usually appearing in people during their 20s and 30s.
How does a benign cementoblastoma grow and affect the tooth?
How does a benign cementoblastoma grow and affect the tooth?
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How does a benign cementoblastoma appear on an X-ray?
How does a benign cementoblastoma appear on an X-ray?
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Study Notes
Benign Cementoblastoma
- Uncommon neoplasm arising from cementum, growing along the apical cementum of molars or premolars.
- Expands cortical plates but remains separate from bone.
- Typically diagnosed in the second and third decades.
- More frequent in males than females.
- Primarily located in the mandibular molar or premolar region.
- Lesions expand buccal and lingual cortical plates gradually.
- Associated teeth usually remain vital.
- Radiographically: Can appear radiolucent, mixed radiolucent/radiopaque, or completely radiopaque.
- Histologically: Characterized by an unmineralized matrix rimmed by cementoblasts (radiolucent).
- Demonstrates a capsulated mass of cementum (radiopaque) with prominent reversal lines.
- The neoplastic cemental tissue maintains continuity with the normal cementum.
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This quiz explores the characteristics and diagnostic features of benign cementoblastoma, an uncommon neoplasm that arises from cementum associated with molars and premolars. Key aspects include its growth patterns, radiographic appearances, and histological features. Hone your knowledge on the significance of this lesion in dental studies.
