Dental abscess extending into the submandibular space

Case contributed by Frank Gaillard
Diagnosis probable

Periapical lucency extending through the mandible inferiorly into the soft tissues of the submandibular space. On post-contrast images there is a peripherally-enhancing fluid collection in keeping with an abscess. 

Case Discussion

Submandibular space abscess as a result of a dental abscess with a sinus tract through the mandible

The classic imaging differential is that of a necrotic floor of mouth squamous cell carcinoma. 

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