AMELOBLASTIC FIBROMA- An unusual jaw tumor

Ameloblastic fibroma is a rare benign tumour which, according to WHO classification, belongs to the class of mixed odontogenic tumours. It presents as a uni or multilocular radiolucent lesion without cortical breach. Two forms of ameloblastic fibroma are postulated a true neoplasm with recurrent malignant potential and a hamartomatous lesion occurring in childhood. We present a rare case of ameloblastic fibroma in a young girl presenting as a lytic lesion in the mandible. Surgical management with long term follow up is recommended to detect recurrence or malignant transformation. A careful differential diagnosis is warranted in cases of odontogenic tumours, especially in cases with unusual presentation'