Special Cases
Odontogenic Cysts
Central benign lesions of the arches, that could show a probable metaplastic change or show complications with ameloblastomatous / SCC transformation in the lining tissue.
Careful treatment planning necessary to avoid recurrences and untoward morbidity.
Odontogenic Tumors
Commonly seen as central entities in the mandibular posterior region followed by the maxillary arch, with rare peripheral variants.
With frequent recurrences and possibility of dedifferentiation in pre-existing benign variety, a careful detailing and follow up is mandatory.
Potentially Malignant Disorders
Previously popular as premalignant lesions and conditions, only a fractional percentage of these show malignant changes.
Variable host factors ( genetics, habits, nutritional status, immunity, trauma etc. ) as well as environmental factors govern the course of these disorders.
Oral Cancer
Being at the third position in the list of cancers as per WHO screening data, it is the top most concern in the South-east Asian population.
Interplay of numerous factors puts this as an entity with variable outcome in terms of survival rate, recurrence and metastasis .
Immunohistochemical (IHC) marker
In a field where we see overlap of numerous histopathological features between lesions, histomorphic variations and subtypes within the same lesion and many grey areas, IHC plays a critical role in giving accurate diagnosis.
A well scripted IHC panel marking provides useful information that helps with judging the future course of disease and also aids prognostication.