Occurrence of Maxillary Ameloblastoma – Case Report

Abstract

Ameloblastoma is a benign odontogenic tumor with local invasion and high recurrence, common on the jaw bones and less common on de maxilla area. It can be aggressive with destructive effects leading to facial deformation, difficult to swallow and tanking. This study reports a case of maxillary ameloblastoma of a female patient. Computed tomography (CT) revealed considered swelling on the right side of maxilla with massive bony destruction. Histological examination led to a diagnosis of a solid ameloblastoma and the patient was regulated to surgery for removing the tumor. Maxillary region is considered a rare and atypical for ameloblastomas and due to the high rate of recurrence the differential diagnosis and early treatment are fundamental to the prognosis.