Question 44 (part 2) · LDEK · Benign tumors

“Radiologic image of this tumor involves a well saturated mass of calcified tissues of smooth outline, developing in close connection with viable tooth. Root structure in the projection of the tumor is blurred or its resorption is observed. Surrounding radiolucency (“halo”) is also a characteristic feature.” The description applies to:

  1. A. odontogenic fibroma.
  2. B. ossifying fibroma.
  3. C. osseous dysplasia.
  4. D. cementoblastoma.
  5. E. osteoma.
Hint

Focus on the tumor fused to the root of a vital tooth that blurs or resorbs that root and is surrounded by a radiolucent rim.

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