
Odontome, cyst, impacted tooth, and space infection in a single patient: All-in-one diagnostic dilemma
Author(s) -
Lakshmi Shetty,
Khushal Gangwani,
Deepak Kulkarni,
Uday Londhe
Publication year - 2018
Publication title -
annals of maxillofacial surgery
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.365
H-Index - 6
ISSN - 2231-0746
DOI - 10.4103/ams.ams_211_17
Subject(s) - medicine , differential diagnosis , odontogenic , cyst , pathology
This case report analyzes the clinical and radiographic features of odontogenic infection with underlying pathology. Systematic approach leads to narrow the differential diagnosis on the basis of exclusion. This results in correct diagnosis, proper treatment, and avoiding unnecessary treatment. This case report highlighted an unusual case of odontogenic infection involving adjacent fascial spaces with underlying pathology which was mimicking a cyst, tumor, and odontome. Systematic approach helped us achieve accurate diagnosis, treatment, and avoiding complications.