Ameloblastoma on the Maxillary Sinus: Cause of Unilateral Nasal Obstruction

Ameloblastoma is a rare, benign (99%) or malignant (1%) tumour, which has derived from dental mesenchyme. We present a case of a patient mainly complaining about obstruction on the right nasal cavity. Endoscopy and computed tomography revealed a soft tissue mass occupying the maxillary sinus to the middle meatus causing complete obstruction of the right nasal cavity. Endoscopic en block removal of the lesion and biopsy confirmed follicular ameloblastoma. Literature review confirms the extremely rare frequency of ameloblastoma. The aim of the present study is to expand on our knowledge of a rare pathological entity that can frequently be misdiagnosed.