Osteochondroma of the coronoid process of the mandible.

A case of osteochondroma of the coronoid process is presented. The proper diagnosis of ill-defined symptoms in the temporomandibular joint requires conformity between clinical manifestations and radiologic findings. The importance of a thorough radiologic examination is stressed for the correct diagnosis of these rare, insidious, slow-growing tumors. A short review of the literature is presented, and the treatment and surgical approach to these tumors are discussed.