A case of calcifying odontogenic eyst associated with odontoma and a review of the literature

Abstract

A case of calcifying odontogenic eyst associated with a complex odontoma which appeared in the mandible of a 28-year-old Japanese woman, was reported. Radiographically, this lesion showed a multilocular radiolucent area with an odontoma-like radiopaque mass and resorption of the tooth root. Histopathologic examination revealed the presence of ghost epithelial cells, calcified tissues and structures characteristic of complex odontoma. After surgical removal of the cyst, the wound healed uneventfully and the lesion is now free of symptoms 7 years after operation.