Odontogenic myxoma – a report of a rare case

Odontogenic myxomas are rare benign, locally aggressive and slow-growing neoplasm, is considered to be derived from the mesenchymal portion of the tooth germ with the potential for extensive bone destruction, cortical expansion and high rate of recurrence. Radiographically, it often present as a multilocular radiolucency, with well-developed locules, consisting of fine trabeculae, arranged at right angles, known as the ‘Tennis-racquet’ or ‘Step-ladder’ pattern. Histologically they show a bland appearance as they are hypocellular & myxoid areas due to overproduction of glycosaminoglycans. Here we present a typical case of odontogenic myxoma in a 22-year-old female, which grew to involve quite a large portion of the mandible, within a short span of time.