Odontogenic tumors are any kind of abnormal growth in and around the jaw and teeth. 1  Many of these tumors are considered to be benign.  In unusual cases, odontogenic tumors are malignant, meaning they are likely to spread.
What are foodborne toxins? Foodborne toxins are toxins that are found in different foods that can cause illness when they are consumed. Some are naturally occurring toxins that are found in certain foods, and others are produced by bacteria that have contaminated a food item.
Spores of the bacteria that cause tetanus, Clostridium tetani, are found in soil, dust and animal feces. When they enter a deep flesh wound, spores grow into bacteria that can produce a powerful toxin, tetanospasmin, which impairs the nerves that control your muscles (motor neurons).