Cherubism: A rare case report.

J Nat Sci Biol Med

Department of Prosthodontics, MIDSR Dental College, Latur, Maharastra, India.

Published: July 2014

Cherubism is a rare congenital disease resulting in malformation of the jaw. It occurs before the age of 5 years and regress spontaneously after puberty. It can result into enlargement of the jaw bone, tooth displacement, facial disfigurement and psychological trauma to patient. Hence, the understanding about the condition, its progression and management is necessary.

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