Squamous Odontogenic Tumour of Anterior Mandible – A Rare Case in Unusual Location

Dr. Jain Himanshu., Dr. Singhsardar Gunadhar, Dr. Roychowdhury Anadi, Dr. Bandyopadhyay Goutam

Volume 16 Issue 2

Global Journal of Medical Research

Background: Squamous odontogenic tumour (SOT) is a rare benign locally infiltrative epithelial neoplasm of periodontium. The tumour originate from rests of Malassez, gingival surface epithelium or from remnants of the dental lamina. Tumour may present as painless swelling or toothache and tooth mobility. Case Report: We report a case of 35year male presented with swelling in anterior mandible and recurrent gum bleeding an unusual site and unusual presentation. Conclusion: Being a rare tumour SOT should be differentiated from other similar looking tumour i.e. acanthomatous ameloblastoma, SOT like islands arises from cystic wall and many others for definite therapy.