Odontoameloblastoma is an extremely rare odontogenic tumor that contains an ameloblastomatous component together with odontoma-like elements.

What is the Pathology of Odontoameloblastoma?

The pathology of odontoameloblastoma is: 

-Etiology: The cause of odontoameloblastoma is unknown.

-Genes involved: None.

-Pathogenesis: The sequence of events that lead to odontoameloblastoma is that mineralized dental tissues are formed as a hamartomatous proliferation in response to inductive stimuli produced by the proliferating epithelium over the mesenchymal tissue.

-Histology: The histology associated with odontoameloblastoma show proliferating odontogenic epithelium with peripheral palisading, reverse polarization and stellate reticulum.

How does Odontoameloblastoma Present?

Patients with Odontoameloblastoma typically affect males present in the age range of 02-50 years. The symptoms, features, and clinical findings associated with odontoameloblastoma include swelling, dull pain, delayed eruption of teeth, bone expansion

How is Odontoameloblastoma Diagnosed?

Odontoameloblastoma is diagnosed dependent on clinical, radiologic, and pathologic correlation

How is Odontoameloblastoma Treated?

Odontoameloblastoma is treated by enucleation or excision.

What is the Prognosis of Odontoamelobalstoma?

The prognosis of odontoameloblastoma is poor.