Orthokeratinized Odontogenic Cyst (OOC) is a rare developmental odontogenic cyst, accounting for approximately 1% of all odontogenic cysts and 10% of all keratinizing odontogenic jaw cysts. The 2017 WHO classification considered OOC as a distinct entity. It is characterized by an...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrd/2025/v8i2231
Pleomorphic Adenoma is the most common tumor affecting both major and minor salivary glands and the most common intraoral site is the palate. 23 A male complained of a hard, painless mass over the left side of the hard palate, persisting for the last 2 years. On examination, a fi...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrd/2025/v8i1213
We report 3 cases of dentigerous cyst showing ameloblastomatous changes, radicular cyst revealing ameloblastoma like features and Basal cell adenoma mimicking ameloblastoma. A wide range of diseases known as odontogenic cysts and tumors develop from the tooth-forming mechanism an...
Introduction: Metastasis of renal cell carcinoma (RCC) to the oral cavity is uncommon but clinically significant and often presents with non-specific features resembling benign or reactive oral lesions. In some patients, the oral lesion may be the first clinical manifestation of...
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Research Article10.9734/aorj/2026/v9i1142
Background: Oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) ranks as the 12th most common cancer globally, with an increasing prevalence among young adults. Traditionally associated with older populations, recent evidence suggests a worrying rise in early-onset cases, particularly in economi...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrd/2025/v8i2233
Background: Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis (LCH) is a rare disorder characterised by clonal proliferation of Langerhans cells, with potential involvement of multiple organ systems, including the skin and oral cavity. Oral and cutaneous lesions may represent early signs of systemic...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrd/2025/v8i2227
Introduction: Lymphoepithelial Carcinoma is a subtype of Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma, morphologically similar to non-keratinizing Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma, un-differentiated subtype. Oral Lymphoepithelial Carcinoma is extremely rare and its characteristics differs from those at...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrd/2025/v8i2224
Odontogenic keratocyst (OKC) is a odontogenic cyst characterized by its aggressive behavior and high recurrence rate. OKC typically presents as a unilocular lesion, however bilateral or multiple OKCs can be present. Usually they are often associated with bifid-rib basal cell nevu...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrd/2025/v8i1212
Introduction: Oral Spindle Cell Carcinoma (OSCC) is a rare and aggressive form of oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) that is characterized by the presence of spindle-shaped wcells within the tumor. It is often difficult to diagnose due to its histological similarity with other s...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrd/2024/v7i2200
Hyalinising clear cell carcinoma (HCCC) is a rare, low-grade malignant tumour of minor salivary gland origin that most commonly affects the palate. This systematic review analysed the demographic profile, clinical presentation, diagnostic features, management, and outcomes of rep...
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Research Article10.9734/aorj/2026/v9i1145
Background: Radicular cysts are the most common inflammatory odontogenic cysts and are frequently diagnosed from clinical and radiographic findings. However, other odontogenic lesions can present as similar periapical radiolucencies, creating potential diagnostic discrepancies. A...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrd/2026/v9i2328
Introduction: LDH is a cytoplasmic enzyme that appears extracellularly during cell necrosis and tissue damage. Increased LDH levels in saliva have been associated with oral diseases, including oral lichen planus (OLP) and oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC). Normally, LDH convert...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrd/2026/v9i2322
Background: Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly influencing diagnostic and analytical practices in dentistry and forensic sciences. In forensic odontology, AI has been explored as an adjunctive tool for human identification, age estimation, bite mark analysis and dental...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrd/2026/v9i2314
Introduction: Oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) shows considerable biological heterogeneity in clinical behaviour and prognosis. Conventional histopathological grading remains important but may not fully reflect tumour aggressiveness or the systemic immune-inflammatory status o...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrd/2026/v9i2312
Ectodermal dysplasias (EDs) are a heterogeneous group of hereditary conditions marked by abnormalities in ectodermal derivatives such as teeth, hair, nails, and sweat glands. These disorders show vast phenotypic diversity and are often classified by genetic mutation or by the str...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrd/2025/v8i2243
Ameloblastic fibro-odontoma (AFO) is a rare benign mixed odontogenic tumor composed of both epithelial and mesenchymal components, along with enamel and dentin formation. It commonly affects children and adolescents, often presenting as a slow-growing asymptomatic lesion associat...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrd/2025/v8i2242
According to the World Health Organisation, benign cementoblastoma is classified under the group of cementoma. Cementoblastoma account for up to 3% of all odontogenic tumours. This case highlights the clinical, radiographic, and histopathological features of cementoblastoma, emph...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrd/2025/v8i2235
Introduction: Sebaceous carcinoma is predominantly known as a cutaneous malignancy, most commonly arising in the periocular region. It is locally aggressive and carries a risk of metastasis. Its occurrence in the oral cavity is exceptionally rare, making it a diagnostic challenge...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrd/2025/v8i2223
Introduction: Sclerosing polycystic adenosis (SPA) is a rare salivary gland condition resembling sclerosing adenosis of the breast, with both reactive and neoplastic characteristics. It has been reported in over 60 cases globally, primarily affecting major salivary glands, with f...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrd/2025/v8i1207