DOI: https://doi.org/10.36347/sasjs.2025.v11i10.006

Pages: 978-981

Angiolipoma is a histological variant of lipoma arising from adipose tissue. It most frequently affects the trunk and limbs but rarely occurs in the maxillofacial region. Two forms are recognized: non infiltrating and infiltrating. These tumours are characterized by rich vascularization and a mixture of mature adipocytes. Although uncommon in the head and neck, infiltrating angiolipomas should be included in the differential diagnosis of lesions in this region because they can invade surrounding tissues, cause muscle pain and nerve deficits, and recur after incomplete excision. We describe a giant gingival angiolipoma located in the buccal space of a 12 year old girl and discuss its clinical presentation, imaging findings, histopathology and management.