Abstract
Introduction: Gingival cyst also known as Dental Lamina cyst. They form small nodules or cysts on the alveolar ridge, each up to 2 mm in diameter. They are considered to be due to proliferation of the epithelial rests of Serres but can arise on the lateral aspects of the ridge and the crest. They are considered to be benign lesions which usually are present on the alveolar ridge and are often mistaken as neonatal tooth.
 Objective: The aim of this case report is to enlist and describe the diagnostic features and management of the gingival cyst of newborn, as these kind of lesions can cause anxiety and fear among the parents. It is important to diagnose these conditions in order to prevent unnecessary surgical interventions and provide adequate care and proper knowledge to the parents.
 Method: This is a case study of asymptomatic gingival cyst which was present in a newborn at the time of birth on the lower alveolar ridge. Diagnosis of this keratin filled small cystic lesion was made on the basis of clinical history and oral findings.
 Conclusion: Gingival cyst of infants are transient lesions. No definitive treatment was given but the patient was kept on follow-up for 3 months during which the lesion regressed by itself.
 Update Dent. Coll. j: 2021; 11 (1): 23-25
Highlights
Gingival cyst known as Dental Lamina cyst
Dental lamina cyst is a true gingival cyst as it is lined by stratified squamous epithelium and occasionally contain inflammatory cells in the connective tissue
Figure no 1: Cystic lining of dental lamina cyst Based on histological origin and clinical location, oral cystic lesions in neonates can be classified as [2]
Summary
Dental lamina cyst is a true gingival cyst as it is lined by stratified squamous epithelium and occasionally contain inflammatory cells in the connective tissue. Benigno Monteagudo stated that higher body weight and female sex had a higher predeliction whereas other authors have reported no significant correlation between gender, body weight, gestation and oral cysts.[7,9] Despite the high prevalence, these cysts are rarely seen by the dentists due to their transient nature They disappear within two weeks to 5 months without any treatment.[10] CASE REPORT A healthy child 1 month and 10 days of age reported to update dental college and hospital by her parents complaining of swelling on lower gums. Figure no.1 - showing the lesion On intraoral examination a small yellowish ,single nodule was found on the crest of lower left side of alveolar ridge It was non tender, soft and fluctuating in consistency. The infant was healthy and the parents were satisfied with the outcome
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