Odontogenic Cysts and Cholesterol Clefts Quiz
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What is a common characteristic indicating the odontogenic origin of the cyst?

  • Calcifications
  • Fluid accumulation
  • Inflammation
  • Cholesterol clefts (correct)

Which feature is frequently observed within the lining of an odontogenic cyst?

  • Fibrous tissue
  • Calcifications
  • Cholesterol clefts (correct)
  • Inflammation

What type of cyst can exhibit cholesterol clefts in its lining?

  • Dermoid cyst
  • Paradental cyst
  • Nasopalatine duct cyst
  • Radicular cyst (correct)

In which type of cyst are cholesterol clefts not typically found?

<p>Odontogenic keratocyst (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What histological feature can help differentiate an odontogenic cyst from other types of cysts?

<p>Islets of cholesterol (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where may artifactual clefting be observed?

<p>Between epithelium and underlying fibroconnective tissue (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic feature of artifactual clefting?

<p>Intercellular spaces within the epithelium (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of tissue is commonly involved in artifactual clefting?

<p>Epithelial tissue (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can be observed in the area where artifactual clefting occurs?

<p>Epithelial hyperplasia (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What effect does artifactual clefting have on the fibroconnective tissue?

<p>Normal histological appearance (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can happen if an odontogenic keratocyst develops between the roots of adjacent teeth?

<p>It may show identical radiographic findings (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the typical radiographic findings of odontogenic keratocysts developing between adjacent teeth?

<p>Identical radiographic appearance (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what scenario would odontogenic keratocysts exhibit similar radiographic features?

<p>When located between adjacent tooth roots (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do odontogenic keratocysts differ radiographically when not positioned between adjacent teeth?

<p>They show distinct radiographic characteristics (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What sets apart odontogenic keratocysts developing near the gum line from those between adjacent teeth?

<p>Radiographic differences due to location (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of epidermoid and dermoid cysts in the oral and maxillofacial regions?

<p>Trapped germ layers along planes of embryonic fusion (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where do epidermoid and dermoid cysts commonly develop?

<p>In the oral and maxillofacial regions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes cysts that arise from trapped germ layers along planes of embryonic fusion?

<p>Epidermoid and dermoid cysts (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes epidermoid and dermoid cysts from other types of cysts in the oral and maxillofacial regions?

<p>Developmental origin from trapped germ layers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which region is most commonly affected by epidermoid and dermoid cysts?

<p>Oral and maxillofacial regions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What factor primarily influences the prognosis in Gorlin Syndrome?

<p>Behavior of skin tumors (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential complication of operations for multiple odontogenic keratocysts?

<p>Jaw deformity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What age group is most likely to develop multiple basal cell carcinomas in Gorlin Syndrome?

<p>Before age 30 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action should patients with Gorlin Syndrome take to improve their prognosis?

<p>Avoid sunlight (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a main feature of Gorlin Syndrome?

<p>Increased sensitivity to radiation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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