Anatomic classification of intraosseous ameloblastoma as a guide to surgical management

This paper discusses current knowledge of the growth characteristics and bi ologic behaviour of the solid-multicystic ameloblastoma (classic intraosseo us ameloblastoma). The clinical prognostic factors that could influence sur gical treatment planning are highlighted. An anatomic classification that m ay serve as a guide to surgical management is proposed. We advocate that st rict adherence to these surgico-therapeutic guidelines and a uniform anatom ic classification would allow meaningful comparison of treatment outcomes r eported by surgeons from different parts of the world.