Abstract :
Multiple treatments for thekeratocystic odontogenic tumor have been proposed and debated. The challenge lies in minimizing both therisk of recurrence and morbidity of an extensive resection. While the cyst is a benign neoplasm, its recurrence rate ranges from 17-56% with simple enucleation and 1-8.7% following the application of Carnoy's solution or decompression before enucleation. Finally, resection is uniformly reported to result in essentially no recurrences. The immediate reconstruction of mandibular defects after resection presents a challenge to operating surgeon for retention of the position of the soft tissues and the contour of the lower face. Reconstruction plate permits restoration of speech, mastication, swallowing, and facial contour. We report acase of Keratocystic odontogenic tumor in the mandible which was surgically excised followed by maintenance of anatomic contours of themandible by reconstruction plate.
Keyword :
Keratocystic odontogenic tumor, Mandible, Resection, Reconstruction plate