Unveiling 4 Potential Complications of Dentigerous Cyst

Cysts of dental origin are benign and always involve a tooth that could not complete its eruption or development process.

Dentigerous cysts develop mainly in the mandible; a low percentage are found in the upper jaw. The wisdom teeth are most associated with the development of cysts.

What are the Symptoms of Dentigerous Cysts?

Small cysts do not have symptoms, and a diagnosis must be supported by an X-ray.

● Tooth sensitivity ● Swelling ● Displacement of the teeth ● A bump at the site of eruption ● Dental crowding

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Dentigerous cysts occur from the accumulation of fluid on top of teeth in the process of erupting, but have not yet emerged.

What Causes Dentigerous Cysts?

Dentigerous cysts occur from the accumulation of fluid on top of teeth in the process of erupting, but have not yet emerged.

Diagnosis and Treatment of Dentigerous Cysts

For the diagnosis of cysts, the dentist relies on an x-ray.

For the diagnosis of cysts, the dentist relies on an x-ray. A cyst is observed as a small translucent spot, and after diagnosis, the procedure will depend upon its size.

The removal procedure is performed under local anesthesia, while in some cases, the surgical approach must be done under general anesthesia, especially for larger cysts.