Benign Cementoblastoma – A Rare Case Report

Objective: The aim of this study is to describe a case of cementoblastoma associated with a lower second molar, with its clinical features, differential diagnosis, treatment instituted and determinants of treatment success. Case description: A 60year-old female presented at the Maxillofacial Surgery clinic, from Dentistry School of Federal University of Bahia claiming to have an injury in the jaw, there was no significant facial asymmetry, imaging exams (CT Cone Bean) were analyzed and showed a hyperdense image associated with the roots of the tooth 37. The imaging findings suggested a cementblastoma. The lesion was excised and it was performed curettage with the extraction of the tooth 37. The histopathological analysis conclusion was cementoblastoma. After a follow-up of 12 months, the patient had no complaints and a good standard of healing. Discussion and conclusion: Despite being a benign tumor, with low recurrence rate and associated in most cases to the first molar, the cementoblastoma can affect any age, gender, race and teeth. Therefore, the dentist should perform an accurate diagnosis of the pathology; the lesion should be completely excised with the extraction of the associated teeth. And in order to prevent further complications such as a reoccurrence of the tumor, it is recommended a follow up the patient.