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In 2009,went to dentist for first time in 10yrs. probable odontoma found-checked each year with no change.os not worried. if cancer, wld have changed?
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No need to worry.: Rest assured; cancerous growths would be likely to grow or change significantly over 5 years. Observation of the area over time with regular follow up with your oral surgeon is appropriate management.
Answered 4/12/2015
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No worry: An odontoma is a benign tumor and a very common one. Epithelial components may occasionally give rise to a dentigerous cyst and it would be detected by an x-ray. Surgery is the treatment of choice when needed.
Answered 4/12/2015
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