Case Report

Management of Adenomatoid Odontogenic Tumor in a Pediatric Patient with Preservation of an Associated Impacted Tooth: A Combined Surgical and Orthodontic Approach

Abstract

The adenomatoid odontogenic tumor (AOT) is a rare benign neoplasm that is typically treated through surgical enucleation and curettage. Any impacted tooth associated with the tumor are also extracted during the procedure. We present a case of AOT encompassing an impacted left maxillary central incisor in a 13-year-old male. The patient underwent routine treatment, but the tooth was orthodontically extruded using traction. Within two years, the incisor successfully attained its functional position in the arch, without any signs of recurrence. Preserving an impacted tooth associated with AOT is not common, and only a few cases have been reported in the literature. It is important to manage AOT conservatively and to save the associated tooth for both functional and aesthetic purposes. Long-term follow-up is crucial to monitor any potential recurrence. In summary, our case highlights the successful orthodontic management and preservation of an impacted tooth in a teenager with AOT.

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DOI https://doi.org/10.18502/fid.v20i31.13393
Keywords
Odontogenic Tumors Tooth, Impacted Oral Surgical Procedures Orthodontic Extrusion
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Taneja S, Jain A. Management of Adenomatoid Odontogenic Tumor in a Pediatric Patient with Preservation of an Associated Impacted Tooth: A Combined Surgical and Orthodontic Approach. Front Dent. 2023;20.