10 - Oral Cyst Flashcards
What is the definition of a cyst?
it is a pathological cavity with fluid, semifluid or gaseous contents
What is a cyst lined by?
It is lined by epithelium
How does a cyst develop?
By entrapping epithelial remnants within connective tissue are stimulated to proliferate
Where does a cyst slowly enlarge itself?
in all directions:
- cause a slight high hydrostatic pressure in lumen
- can expand cortex
- can erode roots
How does osmotic pressure influence a cyst?
it can pull fluids into the cyst (moving large proteins)
What are other means of development pathways for cysts?
1.) When normal epithelium lined structure expands
2.) When epithelial cells migrate from lining epithelium to cover the internal aspect of pathologic cavity
What are the 2 types of cysts in oral & maxillofacial regions?
1.) Odontogenic epithelium
2.) Non-odontogenic epithelium
When can odontogenic cysts occur?
They can occur in various stages of odontogenesis
When can non-odontogenic cysts occur?
1.) at an implanted epithelium
2.) In adnexal structures
3.) Salivary tissues
4.) Thyroid
How can cysts occur from?
1.) From inflammatory sources
2.) Developmental causes
What are some clinical implications of cysts?
1.) They depend on the type & location of cyst
2.) The aggressiveness & frequent reccurence
3.) Some cysts are indolent
4.) The type of surgical intervention & follow-up vary within the type of cyst
What are the 4 main classifications of OMF cysts?
1.) Odontogenic cysts
2.) Non-odontogenic cysts
3.) Cysts related to maxillary antrum
4.) Soft tissue cysts
What are pseudocysts? what are some examples of these?
These are not “true” cysts, as they are not lined by epithelium.
e.g:
- simple bone cyst
-strafne bone cyst
-aneurysmal bone cyst
What are odontogenic cysts? & how are they made?
They are cysts derived from odontogenic epithelium
made via:
1.) Developmental cysts
2.) Inflammatory cysts
- Odontogenic keratocysts (OKC)
- Orthokeratinized odontogenic cysts
- Lateral periodontal cyst
- Gingival cyst of adult/newborn
- Dentigerous cyst (follicular cyst)
- Eruption cyst
- Glandular odontogenic cyst
are all examples of what type of odontogenic cyst?
Examples of devlopmental cysts
- Radicular cyst
- Residual cyst
Inflammatory periodontal cyst - Buccal bifurcation cysts
are all examples of what type of odontogenic cyst?
Examples of inflammatory cysts
What are examples of non-odontogenic cysts?
1.) Nasopalatine duct cysts
2.) Nasolabial cysts
3.) Median palatal cysts
What are 2 cyst types related to the maxillary antrum?
1.) Surgical ciliated cyst of the maxillary sinus
2.) Antral pseudocyst
- Mucous extrasvasation cysts
- Mucous retention cysts
- Dermoid, epidermoid & pilar cysts
- Lymphoepithelial cyst
- Branchial cleft cyst
- Thyroglossal duct cyst
are all examples of what kind of cyst?
Soft tissue cysts
What are some radiology description criterias used to summarize a cyst seen on radiographs?
1.) Location (mand, max)
2.) External structure (well defined, ill-defined)
3.) Internal structure (radiolucent vs. radiopaque)
4.) Affect on surrounding tissue (expansion, resorption, destruction)
What are odontogenic keratocysts?
- They are developmental odontogenic cysts (OKC) found in the epithelial rests + enamel organ/dental lamina
Where is odontogenic keratocysts (OKC) most commonly found in?
- Commonly found in both males & females
- 10-40 years of age is the most common, but can affect any age
Where can we commonly find the OKC? (odontogenic keratocysts)
At the posterior mandible
What are some of the histology of OKC’s? (hint: 4 types of descriptions)
1.) Basal cells have a palisading appearance
2.) Nuclear hyperchromatism
3.) Corrugation of the keratin
4.) Satellite cysts are common
What are some radiographic description of an odontogenic keratocyst?
1.) well-demarcated radiolucency
2.) Multilocular or unilocular
3.) Often associated with impacted tooth
4.) Expands in anterior/posterior direction
What are some treatments for odontogenic keratocysts?
1.) Complete excision
2.) Enucleation & curettage (if high reccurence)
3.) Resection (if less recurrence)
4.) Aggressive & high reccurence rate (up to 60%)
What is the prognosis of an OKC?
- When they are aggressive in nature & have a high reccurence rate (10-60%)
- Must ensure all tissue is removed.
What is Gorlin syndrome?
- It is a subtype of an odontogenic keratocyst a.k.a Nevoid basal-cell carcinoma syndrome (NBCCS)
- It is autosomal dominant condition + mutation in PTCH1 gene
What are some of the main features of Gorlin syndrome? (p.33)
1.) Have multiple odontogenic keratocysts
2.) Rib anomalies (bifid ribs)
3.) Vertebral anomalies
4.) Multiple basal cell carcinomas
5.) Palmar plantar pitting
Why do the Orthokeratinized odontogenic cyst differ to the OKC?
1.) They have different histology to the OKC
2.) They do NOT exhibit the same biologic activity as OKC
3.) They are less aggressive
4.) They have a much lower reccurence
What are lateral periodontal cysts?
They are a developmental cyst by which occurs due to a cystic degeneration of epithelial rests.
Who & where are the lateral periodontal cysts most common in? (p.37)
- They are common in males in a 2:1 male to female ratio
- common within the age range of ~50
- Are most common on mandibular biscuspid & canine area
What is the histology of the lateral periodontal cyst?
- thin squamous epithelial cells with clear cells & thickenings
- asymptomatic
- adjacent teeth are vital: must test for vitality
What are the treatments taken to address lateral periodontal cysts?
1.) Surgical removal - enucleation
2.) Low recurrence
What are gingival cysts in adults?
They are a type of developmental cyst described as a soft tissue counter part to the lateral periodontal cyst
How does a gingival cyst present it self in an adult? (p.40-41)
As a fluid filled swelling.
How is a gingival cyst in an adult treated?
- through surgical removal: rule out possibility of OKC
-low recurrence
What is a gingival cyst in a newborn?
They are seen as a discrete white swelling/nodule on the alveolar ridge due to keratin accumulation
Are gingival cysts in newborns common? & how is it treated?
Yes they are common, but rare in patients over 3 months.
It is treated/resolved spontaneously.
What are the nomenclatures of gingival cysts in newborns?
1.) Gingival cyst of newborns
2.) Epstein’s pearls
3.) Bohn’s nodules
Where can gingival cysts in newborns be found?
- Along the alveolar ridge
- From the dental lamina
Where can epstein’s pearls be found in ? (p.45)
- Along the mid palatal raphe
- From entrapped embryonic remnants
Where can Bohn’s nodules be found in ?
- Scattered along the junction of hard & soft palate
- From salivary gland epithelium
What is a dentigerous cyst & where can it be derived from?
It is a subtype of developmental cyst.
It is also known as a follicular cyst.
It can be derived from reduced enamel epithelium
Where does a dentigerous cyst present it self typically?
- usually with an impacted tooth
- usually with 3rd molars + canines (2nd most common)
- can be prone to bone expansion or root resorption
usually in first 3 decades of life
How does a dentigerous cyst present itseld radiographically? (p.49)
As a unilocular radiolucency around unerupted tooth
How do we treat a dentigerous cyst?
- Done by surgical excision of cyst & associated tooth
- Good prognosis
What is the rare occurence that can occur from a dentigerous cyst?
It may rise a ameloblastoma or squamous cell carcinoma that can develop within the cyst wall.
What is an eruption cyst?
It is a developmental cyst.
It is a soft tissue counterpart to the dentigerous cyst derived by reduced enamel epithelium.
How does an eruption cyst present itself clinically? (p.52)
As a bluish soft tissue swelling