complex composite odontoma

complex composite odontoma
a common type of composite odontoma, with calcified dental tissues in an irregular mass, and without morphologic similarity to even rudimentary teeth.

Complex composite odontoma, characterized microscopically by irregular spaces containing residual elements of enamel matrix surrounded by septa of dentin interspersed with occasional areas of pulpal tissue. A fibrous connective tissue capsule is present in the periphery.


Medical dictionary. 2011.

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  • composite odontoma — an odontogenic tumor of the jaws, most commonly of the molar region, composed of both ectodermal and mesodermal tooth components. The two types are compound composite odontoma and complex composite odontoma …   Medical dictionary

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