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Unicystic Ameloblastoma: Case Report with Insights into Molecular and Immunological Pathogenesis

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|Jun 2025

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Language: English
Page range: 122 - 127
Submitted on: Feb 27, 2025
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Accepted on: Jun 10, 2025
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Published on: Jun 15, 2025
In partnership with: Paradigm Publishing Services
Publication frequency: 4 issues per year

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