What is an Ameloblastic Fibro-odontoma?

Ameloblastic Fibro-odontoma
Ameloblastic fibro-odontoma showing ameloblastomatous epithelium, embryonal myxoid pulp tissue and dentin as well as enamel matrix.Bone diseases of the jaws. Slootweg PJ - International journal of dentistry (2010). Not Altered. CC.

Ameloblastic fibro-odontoma is a neoplasm consisting of odontogenic ectomesenchyme resembling the dental papilla, epithelial strands, and nest resembling dental lamina and enamel organ conjunction with the presence of dentine and enamel.

What is the Pathology of Ameloblastic Fibro-odontoma?

The pathology of ameloblastic fibro-odontoma is: 

-Etiology: The cause of ameloblastic fibro-odontoma is developmental.

-Genes involved: None.

-Pathogenesis: The sequence of events that lead to ameloblastic fibro-odontoma; lesions with odontogenic epithelium with odontogenic ectomesenchyme, with or without hard tissue formation.

-Histology: The histology associated with ameloblastic fibro-odontoma shows numerous cords and follicles of odontogenic epithelium exhibiting peripheral ameloblast-like cells within primitive ectomesenchyme tissue.

How does Ameloblastic Fibro-odontoma Present?

Patients with Ameloblastic Fibro-odontoma typically affect males and females present in the age range of 40-60 years. The symptoms, features, and clinical findings associated with ameloblastic fibro-odontoma include swelling and failure of tooth eruption

How is Ameloblastic Fibro-odontoma Diagnosed?

Ameloblastic fibro-odontoma is diagnosed clinical, radiologic, and pathologic correlation.

How is Ameloblastic Fibro-odontoma Treated?

Ameloblastic fibro-odontoma is treated by a conservative surgical approach such as excision.

What is the Prognosis of Ameloblastic Fibro-odontoma?

The prognosis of ameloblastic fibro-odontoma is good.