Odontogenic cysts - Gingival Cyst Flashcards

1
Q

Clinical significance of gingival cyst?

A

none

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2
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other names for gingival cyst?

A

Bohn’s nodules

epstein’s pearls

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3
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Who can commonly have gingival cyst?

A

neonates

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4
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What is the origin of gingival cyst?

A

remnants of the dental lamina proliferate to form small keratinised cysts

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5
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When will gingival cyst disappear?

A

by 3 months of age

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6
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What is shown?

A

pearls of keratinisation

gingival cysts

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