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| name = Cementoblastoma | |||
| image = [[File:Jaw_lesions_-_Cementoblastoma_-_Cone_beam_CT.jpg|250px]] | |||
| caption = Cone beam CT image showing a cementoblastoma | |||
| field = [[Oral and maxillofacial pathology]] | |||
| synonyms = True cementoma | |||
| symptoms = Pain, swelling in the jaw | |||
| onset = Typically in young adults | |||
| duration = Chronic | |||
| causes = Unknown | |||
| risks = [[Genetic predisposition]], [[trauma]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Radiographic imaging]], [[biopsy]] | |||
| differential = [[Osteoblastoma]], [[odontoma]], [[fibrous dysplasia]] | |||
| treatment = Surgical removal | |||
| prognosis = Excellent with treatment | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
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'''Cementoblastoma''' is a rare, benign [[neoplasm]] of the [[teeth]], specifically the roots. It is characterized by the formation of cementum-like tissue, produced by neoplastic cementoblasts, attached to the roots of a tooth. | '''Cementoblastoma''' is a rare, benign [[neoplasm]] of the [[teeth]], specifically the roots. It is characterized by the formation of cementum-like tissue, produced by neoplastic cementoblasts, attached to the roots of a tooth. | ||
==Etiology== | ==Etiology== | ||
The exact cause of cementoblastoma is unknown. However, it is believed to be related to the cementoblasts, the cells responsible for the formation of cementum, the hard tissue that covers the root of the tooth. | The exact cause of cementoblastoma is unknown. However, it is believed to be related to the cementoblasts, the cells responsible for the formation of cementum, the hard tissue that covers the root of the tooth. | ||
==Clinical Features== | ==Clinical Features== | ||
Cementoblastoma typically presents as a painless swelling in the jaw. It is most commonly found in the lower jaw, particularly in the molar and premolar areas. The tumor is usually attached to the root of a tooth and can cause displacement of the affected tooth. | Cementoblastoma typically presents as a painless swelling in the jaw. It is most commonly found in the lower jaw, particularly in the molar and premolar areas. The tumor is usually attached to the root of a tooth and can cause displacement of the affected tooth. | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
The diagnosis of cementoblastoma is primarily based on radiographic findings. On a radiograph, the tumor appears as a well-defined radiopaque mass, attached to the root of a tooth. The tumor is surrounded by a thin radiolucent halo. Histological examination of the tumor is necessary for a definitive diagnosis. | The diagnosis of cementoblastoma is primarily based on radiographic findings. On a radiograph, the tumor appears as a well-defined radiopaque mass, attached to the root of a tooth. The tumor is surrounded by a thin radiolucent halo. Histological examination of the tumor is necessary for a definitive diagnosis. | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
The treatment of choice for cementoblastoma is surgical removal of the tumor along with the affected tooth. This is necessary to prevent recurrence of the tumor. | The treatment of choice for cementoblastoma is surgical removal of the tumor along with the affected tooth. This is necessary to prevent recurrence of the tumor. | ||
==Prognosis== | ==Prognosis== | ||
The prognosis for cementoblastoma is generally good. However, recurrence can occur if the tumor is not completely removed. | The prognosis for cementoblastoma is generally good. However, recurrence can occur if the tumor is not completely removed. | ||
==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
* [[Odontogenic tumor]] | * [[Odontogenic tumor]] | ||
* [[Benign neoplasm]] | * [[Benign neoplasm]] | ||
* [[Cementum]] | * [[Cementum]] | ||
[[Category:Oral pathology]] | [[Category:Oral pathology]] | ||
[[Category:Odontogenic tumors]] | [[Category:Odontogenic tumors]] | ||
[[Category:Benign neoplasms]] | [[Category:Benign neoplasms]] | ||
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| Cementoblastoma | |
|---|---|
| |
| Synonyms | True cementoma |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Pain, swelling in the jaw |
| Complications | N/A |
| Onset | Typically in young adults |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Unknown |
| Risks | Genetic predisposition, trauma |
| Diagnosis | Radiographic imaging, biopsy |
| Differential diagnosis | Osteoblastoma, odontoma, fibrous dysplasia |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Surgical removal |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Excellent with treatment |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Cementoblastoma is a rare, benign neoplasm of the teeth, specifically the roots. It is characterized by the formation of cementum-like tissue, produced by neoplastic cementoblasts, attached to the roots of a tooth.
Etiology[edit]
The exact cause of cementoblastoma is unknown. However, it is believed to be related to the cementoblasts, the cells responsible for the formation of cementum, the hard tissue that covers the root of the tooth.
Clinical Features[edit]
Cementoblastoma typically presents as a painless swelling in the jaw. It is most commonly found in the lower jaw, particularly in the molar and premolar areas. The tumor is usually attached to the root of a tooth and can cause displacement of the affected tooth.
Diagnosis[edit]
The diagnosis of cementoblastoma is primarily based on radiographic findings. On a radiograph, the tumor appears as a well-defined radiopaque mass, attached to the root of a tooth. The tumor is surrounded by a thin radiolucent halo. Histological examination of the tumor is necessary for a definitive diagnosis.
Treatment[edit]
The treatment of choice for cementoblastoma is surgical removal of the tumor along with the affected tooth. This is necessary to prevent recurrence of the tumor.
Prognosis[edit]
The prognosis for cementoblastoma is generally good. However, recurrence can occur if the tumor is not completely removed.
