Management of plexiform ameloblastoma of posterior mandible with resection and arch bar fixation: a case report

Ameloblastomas are benign but ‘locally malignant’ odontogenic tumors of epithelial origin, being able to reach large sizes. The conventional type consists of six histological forms: plexiform, follicular, acanthomatous, desmoplastic, granular, and basal cell type. The unicystic type is subdivided into mural, luminal, and intraluminal forms. This case report presents a clinical, radiographic, and histopathological evaluation of a patient diagnosed with plexiform ameloblastoma of the right mandible. Our case report outlines the diagnostic evaluation, treatment approach, and clinical outcome using only wide local excision of tumour, primary closure and arch bar fixation.