Abstract
Odontogenic tumors constitute a heterogeneous group of lesions with diverse clinical manifestations and histopathologic features. Odontogenic myxomas are believed to arise from odontogenic ecto-mesenchyme, and accounts for 3-6% of all odontogenic tumors. The tumor is more common in the mandible, with an age predilection for th 2nd -3rd decade. Radiographically, they appear as initially unilocular radiolucencies, becoming multilocular over time. The radiolucent defect can contain thin, wispy trabeculae of residual bone, which are often arranged at right angles to each other. Large myxomas can also show soap bubble pattern. Treatment modalities varies depending on the tumor size and ranges from local excision, curettage or enucleation- to radical resection. Hereby presenting the case report of a 32 year old male patient diagnosed and treated for odontogenic myxoma of the mandible, along with a detailed review of literature.
