Abstract
We report a rare case of ameloblastic fibro-odontoma in the right maxilla molar area of a 9-yearold boy. The patient visited a dental clinic for caries treatment. A panoramic X-ray examination revealed a cyst-like image, which had a sharp margin and uneven radio-opacity in the inner part of the right maxilla molar area. In addition, the maxillary second molar was recognized to be impacted. The facial appearance of the patient was symmetrical, while a slightly elevated bone-like hard portion was observed in the area of the right maxilla molar. Surgical removal of the mass and fenestration were performed under general anesthesia on the basis of a clinical diagnosis of an odontoma in the right maxillary molar in August 2011. Histopathological findings of the specimen led to a definitive diagnosis of ameloblastic fibro-odontoma. The impacted tooth was expected to erupt approximately 10 months later and follow-up examinations were continued.
