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Clinically shows asymmetry on right side of face
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Patil Dental College and Hospital for the evaluation of an asymptomatic, cystic lesion in the right maxilla [Figures 1 and 2].
Right profile shows definite swelling
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Patil Dental College and Hospital for the evaluation of an asymptomatic, cystic lesion in the right maxilla [Figures 1 and 2].
Intraorally right side shows swelling in 14 and 15
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Intraoral examination [Figure 3] revealed a mixed dentition and clinically absent premolars and there was definite swelling in association with unerupted premolars i.e., 14 and 15. Slight extraoral swelling or tenderness in relation to the maxilla on same side was noted [Figure 3].
OPG after 1 year showing definite increase in radiolucency with 15 and 23. Follicular space more than 5 mm related to 23
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On routine radiographical examination it was found that there was follicular enlargement on the contralateral side of maxilla in relation to permanent canine [Figure 4].
OPG taken 1 year before shows follicular space with 23 and radiolucency with 15
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On examination of an old radiograph taken 1 year back there was definite follicular enlargement in same area [Figure 5].
Gross pathology of right side
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The surgical specimens were then sent to department of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology and Microbiology for final diagnosis [Figures 6, 7 and 8].
Cut section of the cyst showing impacted 15
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The surgical specimens were then sent to department of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology and Microbiology for final diagnosis [Figures 6, 7 and 8].
Gross pathology of left side showing multiple bits of tissue
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The surgical specimens were then sent to department of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology and Microbiology for final diagnosis [Figures 6, 7 and 8].