Ameloblastoma resection plus functional mandibular reconstruction: a case report

Abstract

This clinical case describes a 29-year-old woman diagnosed with mandibular ameloblastoma, a benign yet locally aggressive odontogenic tumor. The tumor, painless but palpable and clinically visible, was detected and surgically treated at Vicente Coral Moscoso Hospital in Cuenca by the maxillofacial surgery department. The surgical procedure, performed under general anesthesia, was completed without complications, and the postoperative period showed favorable progress. In the context of this case, the introduction outlines contemporary techniques and procedures for functional mandibular reconstruction, which are essential for comprehensive treatment planning in ameloblastoma cases. The case description includes clinical, surgical, and histological details, contributing valuable insights to maxillofacial practice and medical literature.