Difference between revisions of "Peripheral Odontogenic Fibroma"

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===Clinical Signs===
 
===Clinical Signs===
 
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*halitosis
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*dysphagia
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*bleeding
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*growth protruding from the mouth
 
===Diagnostic Imaging===
 
===Diagnostic Imaging===
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Radiographs are required to differentiate this benign neoplasm from malignant or locally aggressive lesions. Radiographs typically show a soft tissue opacity in the the gingiva region with varying degrees of mineralization. Bone involvement is '''not'''''Italic text'' a feature of this neoplasm.
  
 
===Biopsy===
 
===Biopsy===

Revision as of 12:59, 17 August 2009



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Typical Signalment

  • Most common benign tumour found in the oral cavity in dogs
  • Less common in cats
  • Seen in dogs of any age but more common in those >6years old

Description

Peripheral odontogenic fibroma is a benign tumour that arises from the periodontal ligament. It was previously known as a fibromatous epulis and ossifying epulis depending on the degree of mineralization. They present as firm, smooth swellings of the gingiva and are normally indistinguishable from gingival hyperplasia.

Diagnosis

Clinical Signs

  • halitosis
  • dysphagia
  • bleeding
  • growth protruding from the mouth

Diagnostic Imaging

Radiographs are required to differentiate this benign neoplasm from malignant or locally aggressive lesions. Radiographs typically show a soft tissue opacity in the the gingiva region with varying degrees of mineralization. Bone involvement is notItalic text a feature of this neoplasm.

Biopsy

Treatment

Prognosis

References

  • Tutt, C., Deeprose, J. and Crossley, D. (2007) BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Dentistry (3rd Edition) BSAVA
  • Merck & Co (2008) The Merck Veterinary Manual