Intra Oral Cancellous Osteoma: A Rare Presentation in Anterior Maxilla

Abstract

Osteoma is a benign bone tumor that slowly develops from mature compact or cancellous bone, commonly occurring in the paranasal sinuses, mandible, and cranial bones. These tumors are often asymptomatic and discovered incidentally but can cause symptoms like facial deformity, nasal obstruction, sinusitis, or nerve compression if they grow large enough. Histologically, osteomas can be compact, cancellous, or mixed. The majority of osteomas are found in the craniofacial region due to specific bone remodelling and anatomical features, although they can rarely occur in the long bones. Herein, we present an unusual case of a 32-year-old male with a gradually enlarging solitary mass located on the anterior left maxilla. Following surgical excision, histopathological analysis confirmed the diagnosis of cancellous osteoma. This case underscores the diverse clinical presentations of osteomas and highlights the importance of histological examination for accurate diagnosis and management.