A maxillary fourth molar?
A case is presented of misdiagnosis of a large mandibular cyst as a result of relying solely on orthopantomography. This demonstrates a pitfall in diagnostic radiology and illustrates the importance of clinical examination and intra-oral radiography.
Howe
G S
GS
Department of Child Dental Health, Dental School, University Hospital of Wales, Heath Park, Cardiff.
D000293:Adolescent; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008336:Mandibular Diseases / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D008437:Maxilla; D008963:Molar / Q000002:abnormalities* / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D009807:Odontogenic Cysts / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D011859:Radiography; D014096:Tooth, Supernumerary / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*