Osteoblastoma of the Mandible: A Case Report

Cureus. 2024 Sep 4;16(9):e68629. doi: 10.7759/cureus.68629. eCollection 2024 Sep.

Abstract

Osteoblastoma is a rare, benign bone tumor primarily affecting the spine but can occasionally involve the jaws, particularly the mandible. This report discusses the case of a 38-year-old female patient presenting with mild pain and swelling in the left mandibular region for the past few months. Clinical, radiographic, and histopathological evaluation confirmed the diagnosis of osteoblastoma. A conservative surgical excision was performed. No recurrence was observed on follow-up. Differential diagnoses included low-grade osteosarcoma, osteoid osteoma, and other bone-forming lesions. This case report emphasizes the importance of distinguishing osteoblastoma from similar lesions to ensure appropriate treatment and favorable prognosis.

Keywords: biopsy; bone expansion; bone tumors; external root resorption; jaw bones; jaws; mandible; mandibular molar region; osteoblastoma; root resorption.

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  • Case Reports