Pediatric Jaw Tumors and Pathology

• Pediatric jaw tumors are an uncommon occurrence that requires a comprehensive team approach to achieve the long-term goals for your child including:

  • Tumor surveillance

  • Maintaining normal facial skeletal and dental growth which may not cease until 18-21 years of age

  • Normal speech and swallowing function

  • Replacement of the missing dentition (teeth)

• Majority of pediatric jaw tumors are benign and can often be managed with more conservative surgical approaches preserving the structure of the jaws and face

• Dr. John Caccamese along with members of the UMOMSA oncology/reconstructive surgery team, maxillofacial prosthodontics, and various departments within the University of Maryland School of Dentistry (pediatric dentistry and orthodontic departments) will assess the needs of your child/adolescent and provide comprehensive, compassionate integrated care