Swelling of Angle of the Mandible: A Case Report

Authors: Kamakshi*, Prasanna KR, Raghavendra K, Gowri PB, Roopashri RK and Dhanya R

DOI: 10.23880/oajds-16000162

Volume 3, Issue 1

Abstract

Lipomas are benign mesenchymal neoplasms composed of mature adipocytes, usually surrounded by a thin fibrous capsule. They are uncommon extraoral tumors with 1% to4% occurring in this region. Here we present a case of unilateral swelling at angle of left mandible with surgical excision and no signs of recurrence postoperatively.

Keywords: Extraoral tumors; Lipomas; Excision

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