Abstract
A retrospective study looked at the features of dentigerous cyst clinically, radiographically and histopathologically in17 patients in Department of ENT, Raipur Institute of Medical Sciences, Raipur (CG). The results showed that the mean age was 18.3 years with peak incidence occurring in second and third decades, males were affected more than females in a ratio of 1.4:1. The maxillary region (53%) was the most specic site involved, followed by mandibular region (47%). The most common clinical features were swelling over maxillary or mandibular region, while pain is not a prominent feature. Radiographic appearance revealed radiolucency associated with unerupted teeth. All cases were undergone for surgical excision of cyst under general anesthesia. Histopathology features were suggestive of dentigerous cyst.
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