Metastatic breast carcinoma mimicking periodontal disease on radiographs

Öǧütcen-Toller M., Metin M., Yıldız L.

Journal of Clinical Periodontology, vol.29, no.3, pp.269-271, 2002 (SCI-Expanded) identifier identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 29 Issue: 3
  • Publication Date: 2002
  • Doi Number: 10.1034/j.1600-051x.2002.290314.x
  • Journal Name: Journal of Clinical Periodontology
  • Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus
  • Page Numbers: pp.269-271
  • Keywords: Breast carcinoma, Mandible, Metastatic tumor
  • Ondokuz Mayıs University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Background: Tumors can metastasize to the jaws, oral soft tissues, or salivary glands. Metastasis from distant organs and tissues to the jaws or oral cavity is considered rare. Results: The mandible is the most common site of metastasis of the oral and maxillofacial region. Radiographically, there is usually an area of radiolucency with hazy outline. Such lesions are manifested as radiopaque or sclerotic areas. Conclusions: Radiographic view of a tumor in the present case mimicked a periodontal lesion with an osteolytic area around the roots. Copyright © Munksgaard 2002.