Glandular odontogenic cysts are very rare cysts in the jaw. They cause little or no discomfort to the patient for long periods of time, but if left untreated, they can lead to bone damage. They require surgical treatment, with options ranging from conservative to aggressive depending on the number and location of the cysts. Glandular … Glandular Odontogenic Cyst: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Sometimes dental granulomas can form at the tip of the root or in the area of the gum pockets after a tooth or gum infection. What are dental granulomas? Dental granulomas should definitely be examined by a dentist, otherwise severe pain and inflammation may occur. Dental granulomas are usually caused by chronic irritation or inflammation … Dental Granulomas: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Cysts are tissue cavities that are lined with an epithelial cell layer and may contain fluid collections of tissue water, blood or, in the case of inflamed cysts, pus. In the case of cysts of the jaw, these cavities are located in the lower or upper jaw bone or in the adjacent soft tissue. What … Jaw Cysts: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Gorlin-Goltz syndrome is a very rare genetic condition characterized by a clustered occurrence of basal cell carcinoma (white skin cancer). Apart from the constant development of new skin tumors, the course of this condition is different in each patient. Several major and minor criteria are used to diagnose Gorlin-Goltz syndrome. What is Gorlin-Goltz syndrome? Gorlin-Goltz … Gorlin-Goltz Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment