Journal of the American Dental Association, Vol 121, Issue 2, 247-248
Copyright © 1990 by American Dental Association
Fibrosarcoma of the mandible: a case report
RS Sadoff
and
MM Rubin
Department of Dentistry and Oral Surgery, Nassau County Medical Center, Freeport, NY.
Fibrosarcoma is a relatively rare malignant tumor found in the head and neck region. Pain and swelling are the two most frequent symptoms, but other findings include paresthesia, trismus, loosening of teeth, ulceration, swelling, and pathological fracture. This case report underscores the importance of early diagnosis and detection of oral neoplasms to minimize therapeutic intervention.