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Ameloblastoma is a rare form of tumor that typically originates from the jaw bone. This tumor develops from the cells whose original purpose was to form teeth enamel, the outer surface that protects teeth. Ameloblastoma can cause pain and swelling as well as change the structure of the patients face. If left untreated for a long period of time, the tumor can become malignant and spread to the patients lymph glands. To this day, scientists remain undecided of the true cause of ameloblastoma or why certain people have a higher risk of developing this tumor. However, there are a few circumstances that could increase the risks of developing ameloblastoma such as if the patient had experienced a jaw injury or a mouth infection at one point in their life. A diagnosis should be made based on the results of radiological examination and tumor biopsy. A possible means of treatment for the patient is surgical action to remove the tumor. If the tumor has already spread to other body parts, then the patient must undergo radiation therapy once the surgery has been conducted. This case report explains what a dentist as a general practitioner can do if coming across a case such as this and what future steps they must undertake.