Bilateral Dentigerous Cyst in a Non-Syndromic Patient
Author Information
Author(s): Tamgadge Avinash, Tamgadge Sandhya, Bhalerao Daivat, Pereira Sudhir, Padhye Treville Mukul
Primary Institution: Dr D.Y. Patil Dental College and Hospital, Nerul, Navi Mumbai, India
Hypothesis
Bilateral dentigerous cysts can occur in non-syndromic patients.
Conclusion
Bilateral dentigerous cysts are rare and can occur in the absence of any associated syndromes.
Supporting Evidence
- Bilateral dentigerous cysts are typically associated with developmental syndromes.
- This case is unique as it involves a non-syndromic patient.
- Only 21 cases of bilateral dentigerous cysts have been reported in literature until 2009.
- The cysts were discovered during routine radiographic examinations.
- Surgical enucleation was performed as the treatment of choice.
Takeaway
This study talks about a 10-year-old boy who had two cysts in his mouth, which is very unusual because such cysts usually happen with certain syndromes.
Methodology
The case involved clinical examination, radiographic analysis, and histopathological evaluation.
Limitations
The rarity of the condition may lead to under-recognition or under-reporting.
Participant Demographics
10-year-old male child.
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