Benign fibrous histiocytoma is a rare and usually painless oral neoplasm found in adults that may affect either soft tissue or bone typically noted in their fifth decade; however, this case report describes the occurrence in a 32-year old man.

Two assessment tools are presented to help dental professionals determine how close they are to achieving total success in their personal lives and in their dental practices.

A 28-year old male had undergone extraction of tooth #17 secondary to pain and swelling in the area.  He continued to experience symptoms for 6 months and developed a large painful mass of the left posterior mandible with facial swelling.  See if you can make the diagnosis.

This continuing education course will provide information on the various types of child abuse and neglect; describe its victims and perpetrators; and outline dentists’ responsibilities in the recognition, reporting, treatment, and prevention of such cases.