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What is the defining characteristic of a cyst?
What is the defining characteristic of a cyst?
- It is always symptomatic, causing pain and discomfort
- It grows rapidly and resorbs adjacent teeth
- It forms a sharply defined radiolucency with smooth borders (correct)
- It is typically located in the soft tissues of the oral cavity
Which type of cyst is associated with inflammation?
Which type of cyst is associated with inflammation?
- Residual cyst
- Radicular cyst (correct)
- Erupting cyst
- Dentigerous cyst
What distinguishes odontogenic keratocyst from other odontogenic cysts?
What distinguishes odontogenic keratocyst from other odontogenic cysts?
- It occurs only in newborns and adults
- It has a keratinized lining epithelium (correct)
- It does not displace adjacent teeth
- It is always asymptomatic
Which type of cyst is non-odontogenic?
Which type of cyst is non-odontogenic?
What distinguishes primary bone cysts (pseudocysts) from other cysts?
What distinguishes primary bone cysts (pseudocysts) from other cysts?
What is the defining characteristic of a mucous retention cyst?
What is the defining characteristic of a mucous retention cyst?
Which age group is most commonly affected by mucous retention cysts of the oral cavity?
Which age group is most commonly affected by mucous retention cysts of the oral cavity?
Where are mucous retention cysts commonly seen in the oral cavity?
Where are mucous retention cysts commonly seen in the oral cavity?
What is the usual size of a mucous retention cyst?
What is the usual size of a mucous retention cyst?
What is the recommended treatment for mucous retention cysts?
What is the recommended treatment for mucous retention cysts?
Which characteristic is NOT associated with mucous retention cysts of the oral cavity?
Which characteristic is NOT associated with mucous retention cysts of the oral cavity?
What is the defining feature of the ductal epithelium lining the mucous retention cysts?
What is the defining feature of the ductal epithelium lining the mucous retention cysts?
Which salivary gland is the primary source of mucin for mucous retention cysts?
Which salivary gland is the primary source of mucin for mucous retention cysts?
What is the recommended treatment for mucous retention cysts?
What is the recommended treatment for mucous retention cysts?
What distinguishes mucous retention cysts from extravasation mucoceles?
What distinguishes mucous retention cysts from extravasation mucoceles?
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What defines a cyst on a radiograph?
What defines a cyst on a radiograph?
A cyst characterized by a well-defined, smooth-bordered radiolucency.
What type of cyst is linked to inflammation?
What type of cyst is linked to inflammation?
A cyst associated with inflammation at the root of a tooth.
What makes an odontogenic keratocyst unique?
What makes an odontogenic keratocyst unique?
A cyst of odontogenic origin with a distinctive keratinized lining.
Which cyst is non-odontogenic?
Which cyst is non-odontogenic?
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What distinguishes primary bone cysts (pseudocysts)?
What distinguishes primary bone cysts (pseudocysts)?
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What is a mucous retention cyst?
What is a mucous retention cyst?
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Who is most likely to get a mucous retention cyst?
Who is most likely to get a mucous retention cyst?
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Where in the mouth are mucous retention cysts found?
Where in the mouth are mucous retention cysts found?
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How big are mucous retention cysts typically?
How big are mucous retention cysts typically?
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What is the standard treatment for a mucous retention cyst?
What is the standard treatment for a mucous retention cyst?
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What is NOT common in mucous retention cysts?
What is NOT common in mucous retention cysts?
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Describe the lining of a mucous retention cyst.
Describe the lining of a mucous retention cyst.
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From which gland does the mucus in a mucous retention cyst come?
From which gland does the mucus in a mucous retention cyst come?
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What is the treatment for mucous retention cysts?
What is the treatment for mucous retention cysts?
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What distinguishes mucous retention cysts from extravasation mucoceles?
What distinguishes mucous retention cysts from extravasation mucoceles?
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Study Notes
Characteristics of Cysts
- A cyst is defined as a pathologic cavity lined by epithelium, filled with fluid or semi-fluid material, and often surrounded by a fibrous capsule.
Inflammatory Cysts
- Inflammatory cysts are associated with inflammation.
Odontogenic Keratocyst
- Odontogenic keratocysts are distinguished from other odontogenic cysts by their characteristic parakeratinized epithelial lining and high recurrence rate.
Non-Odontogenic Cysts
- Mucous retention cysts are non-odontogenic cysts.
Primary Bone Cysts (Pseudocysts)
- Primary bone cysts (pseudocysts) are distinguished from other cysts by their lack of epithelial lining.
Mucous Retention Cysts
- Mucous retention cysts are characterized by the accumulation of mucin in the connective tissue as a result of obstruction or rupture of the ductal system of the salivary glands.
- Mucous retention cysts are most commonly seen in the older adult population.
- They are commonly seen in the lower lip, buccal mucosa, and tongue.
- The usual size of a mucous retention cyst is around 1-2 cm in diameter.
- The recommended treatment for mucous retention cysts is surgical excision.
- Mucous retention cysts are NOT associated with a fibrous capsule.
- The ductal epithelium lining the mucous retention cysts is characterized by a single layer of cuboidal or flat epithelial cells.
- The primary source of mucin for mucous retention cysts is the minor salivary glands.
- Mucous retention cysts are distinguished from extravasation mucoceles by their retention of mucin, whereas extravasation mucoceles are characterized by the spillage of mucin into the surrounding tissue.
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Learn about the general considerations of cysts in the oral cavity, including their characteristics, symptoms, and impact on surrounding tissues. This quiz provides an overview of epithelial-lined pathologic cavities that may contain liquid or semi-liquid material and their radiographic appearances.
