Oral nodular fasciitis associated with chronic pericoronitis - A case report

Nodular fasciitis (NF) is a benign, reactive, proliferative lesion usually found in subcutaneous tissues or muscle fascia. It is originated from fibroblasts and myofibroblasts that are thought to be a response of tissue to injury. Because of the nature of rapid growth, rich cellularity and relatively high mitotic activity nodular fasciitis is often confused with sarcoma both clinically and microscopically. Accurate and early histopathological examination is important to avoid over treatment. We present a rare case of nodular fasciitis from buccal mucosa in a 48-year-old male patient who was also suffering from chronic pericoronitis. We believe chronic cheek bite due to pericoronotis may have some role to develop or provoke this reactive lesion.