Cysts in the Maxillae

KYSTES DANS LES MANDIBULES

Cysts in the jaws are characterized as a wide variety of lesions that deserve an accurate diagnosis.

The vast majority of cysts are benign, but there are cysts with malignant potential that require special attention.

Most cysts (51%) are inflammatory cysts, which, if left untreated, can reach large dimensions and weaken/compress anatomical structures. In the initial stages, most of these cysts can be safely treated under local anesthesia. For larger cysts, we recommend treatment under general anesthesia.

TYPES OF CYSTS

Odontogenic Cysts

Periapical (Radicular) Cysts: These cysts are the most common in the jaws and are typically associated with non-vital teeth. The treatment for these cysts involves root canal therapy for the associated teeth and subsequent surgical enucleation of the cyst. The prognosis is good.

Dentigerous Cysts:

These are the second most common cysts in the jaws among the odontogenic cyst group. By definition, this type of cyst is associated with the dental crown.

Odontogenic Keratocyst:

This type of cyst can exhibit aggressive behavior, leading to several recurrences. It is associated with genetic mutations.

Non-Odontogenic Cysts:

This type of cyst is associated with facial malformations, and examples include: Globulomaxillary Cyst, Nasolabial Cyst, and Nasopalatine Cyst.

Pseudocysts:

These cysts are not cysts in the true sense of the word as they are not lined by epithelium. However, examples of pseudocysts include: Stafne Cyst, Traumatic Cyst, and Aneurysmal Cyst.