Common and Uncommon Form of Oral Mucocele

  

  Sudhaa Mani , Eswaramurthy

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 Abstract

Mucocele is a prevalent oral mucosal lesion that arises from an alteration in minor salivary glands leading to an accumulation of mucus. It results in limited swelling caused by mucin accumulation. Two types of histology are present, extravasation and retention. Mucoceles can occur in any area of the oral mucosa with minor salivary glands. Diagnosis is mostly clinical, and a detailed medical history should be taken to look for prior trauma. Extravasation mucocele is usually found on the lower lip, while retention mucoceles can occur at other sites. Mucoceles can affect individuals of all ages, but it is most commonly seen in young patients between the ages of 20-30. Clinically, it presents as a soft, bluish, and transparent cystic swelling that typically resolves on its own. Surgical removal is the most frequent treatment, but micromarsupialization, cryosurgery, steroid injections, and CO2 laser treatments are also used. Since it is a common lesion, presenting two different clinical characteristics of mucoceles would be of great clinical importance for their treatment and progression, assisting in decision-making during daily clinical practice.

 Keywords

Oral Mucocele, Extravasation Mucocele, Retention Mucocele, Clinical Characteristics, Treatment Options.

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