An Osteoma Embedding an Ectopic Wisdom Tooth within the Maxillary Sinus: A Rare Occurrence

Authors

Kayvan Fathimani DDS, FACS, FRCD(C), FIBCSOMS, Montefiore Medical CenterFollow

Keywords

osteoma, ectopic wisdom tooth, oral pathology

Abstract

Osteomas are frequently reported in the maxillofacial region with much lower incidences in the maxillary and sphenoid sinuses. An unerupted third molar within the maxillary sinus coexisting with a maxillary sinus osteoma is an extremely rare pathologic finding. Such cases can be managed endoscopically or intraorally through a Caldwell-Luc approach. The following case report deals with a patient who presents with an uncommon pathological finding: an osteoma embedding an ectopic tooth within the maxillary sinus.

Recommended Citation

Fathimani, Kayvan DDS, FACS, FRCD(C), FIBCSOMS (2023) "An Osteoma Embedding an Ectopic Wisdom Tooth within the Maxillary Sinus: A Rare Occurrence," The New York State Dental Journal: Vol. 89: No. 3, Article 7.
Available at: https://commons.ada.org/nysdj/vol89/iss3/7