Myofibroma as a Rapidly Growing Gingival Mass in a 4-year-old Boy: a Case Report

This report presents a 4-year-old male patient with a rapidly growing mandibular gingival mass with some evidence of underlying alveolar bone destruction. Incisional biopsy was performed and the specimen was stained with hematoxylin and eosin and immunohistochemical antibodies for αSMA, CD34, S100 and desmin. The diagnosis of myofibroma was made and the lesion was completely excised. The knowledge about microscopic features of this rare neoplasm helps to have a proper diagnosis and avoid unnecessary treatment.
Source: Journal of Dentistry, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences - Category: Dentistry Source Type: research