odontogenic cysts 1 & 2 Flashcards
what is the most common cyst of the jaw?
Periapical cysts
Periapical cysts develop due to inflammatory stimulation of _________________
the epithelial rests of Malassez
T/F: Periapical cysts are associated with NON-vital teeth
true
General characteristics of periapical cysts
1) Round-ovoid radiolucency at apex
2) Inflammation through lateral canals may lead to lateral radicular cyst
what are the microscopic features of periapical cysts?
inflamed granulation tissue or fibrous connective tissue
lined by non-keratinized stratified squamous epithelium
what is the treatment/prognosis for periapical cysts?
1) Tx: endodontic therapy +/- apicoectomy, or extraction with curettage
2) Prognosis: Excellent, but routine follow-up is warranted
what is a residual periapical cyst?
a persisting periapical lesion AFTER tooth is removed
__________ are the most common developmental odontogenic cysts
Dentigerous Cysts
what causes Dentigerous cysts to form?
Fluid accumulates between the crown of the tooth and the reduced enamel epithelium, leading to gradual enlargement of the cyst
Dentigerous Cysts are associated with the ________ of an unerupted tooth
crown
When lucent space around the crown is > _____mm, it is considered a dentigerous cyst
greater or equal to 3-4mm
T/F: Radiographic findings for Dentigerous cysts are mimicked by many odontogenic cysts and tumors
True
where are most dentigerous cysts found? what population groups are at the highest risk for developing them?
Most common site: mand. 3rd molar region, followed by max. canines, max. 3rd molars
Most present in the 2nd and 3rd decades
what are the symptoms of Dentigerous cysts?
A) May produce swelling or resorption of adjacent tooth roots
B) Symptoms are usually due to SECONDARY INFECTION
what are the histological characteristics of Dentigerous cysts?
uninflamed fibrous connective tissue lined by a thin non-keratinized stratified squamous epithelium
Some cysts will have a few scattered mucous cells in the lining
what is the treatment for dentigerous cysts?
Removal of the tooth and enucleation of the cyst, decompression of large cysts
Excellent prognosis
A _____________ is a dentigerous cyst that forms in the soft tissue overlying the crown of an erupting tooth
Eruption Cyst
why are eruption cycts referred to as “eruption hematomas”?
Bluish swelling common (bleeding), thus the term “eruption hematoma”