What is a dental cyst and what are its symptoms?

What is a dental cyst and what are its symptoms?

Dr. Nazi Banianian
Dr. Nazi Banianian
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Have you ever heard the name of tooth cyst? These small fluid-filled sacs that form around the roots of the teeth may be unknown to some people..... but do you know how these cysts are formed and what dangers they can have? In this article from Dr. Benianian's dental website, we will fully examine dental cysts, their symptoms, causes and treatment methods in a simple and fluent language. So, stay with us to get to know these cysts completely... A dental cyst is a small and closed bag that forms inside the tissues around the tooth, it usually enlarges at the root of this cyst. Dental... There may be a total of more than 10 different types of dental cysts, each of which has specific symptoms... but the most famous and common types of cysts are: ### Gum cyst (peripheral) A gum cyst or a peripheral cyst is a type of cyst that develops on the gum and often next to the gum line. Unlike dental cysts that usually develop on the root of the tooth or the jawbone, these cysts are completely located in the soft tissue of the gum. Dental examination. The environment is not yet fully understood, however Some factors such as chronic irritation of the gums, mild infections and some changes in the gum tissue may play a role in their development... In the end, it is better to know that peripheral cysts are one of the most common cysts in the mouth and usually do not require serious concern. Radicular cyst or periapical cyst is one of the most common types of dental cysts. These cysts are located around the tip of the tooth root and are often caused by infection or inflammation in the dental pulp. The pulp is a soft part that contains nerves and blood vessels located in the center of the tooth.. So, when the damaged pulp is caused by nerve damage or decay in the pulp of the tooth.. the body tries to deal with this.. an infection forms a cyst around the tip of the root... the treatment of a radicular cyst usually involves surgery... surgery in which the cyst is removed along with part of the surrounding bone... in some cases, a simple debridement may help to remove the cyst... another type of dental cyst is a periodontal cyst... it is a benign cyst which is usually caused by root disease around the gums.. (periodontitis)... Unlike radicular cysts, which are usually at the tip of the tooth root, periodontal cysts are usually formed in the lateral parts of the root and at the junction of the root with the jaw bone... Periodontal cyst is diagnosed through examination... Clinically also by examining radiographic images... In radiography, this cyst is seen as a clear and round method for treating cysts around the root be.. and those around infected tissues.... ### periapical cyst Perioptic cyst is a dental term that is often used as a synonym for radicular or periapical cysts... This type of cyst develops around the tip of the root of the tooth and is usually the result of infection or inflammation of the dental pulp (the inner part of the tooth that contains the nerve and blood vessels). In the early stages, perioptic cysts are usually asymptomatic. - Pain in the tooth area - Gum swelling - Abscess (what is an abscess) - Sensitivity to pressure - Tooth movement ### Dentigerous cyst This type of cyst is also known as follicular cyst. Most of these cysts appear near the crown of the wisdom tooth. The best preventive treatment for this type of cyst is wisdom tooth extraction. Mucocele or mucous cysts often appear in the oral mucosa and involve the inner surface of the cheek. Pressure, irritation or impact on this part of the oral tissues. Mucocele cysts are divided into two categories: - **Outgoing mucocele:** In this type, due to injury or damage to the ducts of the subsalivary glands, these ducts are torn and saliva penetrates the underlying tissues and causes the formation of cysts.. The last common type of oral and dental cysts are the odontogenic cysts that develop in cysts.. but they grow quickly and are considered one of the best types of bothersome cysts.. It is also difficult to distinguish these cysts from other types of cysts... ### Radicular cyst A radicular cyst is one of the most common types of dental cysts, which is usually the result of a long-term infection of a dead or untreated tooth root. This type of cyst is usually formed around the tip of the tooth root whose pulp (nerve) is damaged or necrotic. Swelling, pressure sensation, displacement of the teeth or even loss of the jawbone. This cyst generally includes the following steps: 1.... **Endodontic treatment (removal of nerve):** If the tooth can still be saved, endodontic treatment can lead to reduction of inflammation and shrinking of the cyst.... Sometimes only this step is enough for treatment.... 2.... ** Surgery (Epicectomy or removal of cyst):** In cases where the cyst is large or root treatment is not enough, surgery may be needed.... In this method, the nipple is removed.. Oral cyst shows signs and symptoms before it gets worse. which makes it easy to recognize them... no matter how severe these symptoms are, they indicate the further progress of the disease... the most important symptoms that you can know about the presence of a cyst in your mouth include the following... - toothache - Pressure in the cyst area - Inflammation and redness of the tissue involved in the cyst - Blister or wound How is cyst diagnosed? Cysts are visually recognized based on the type and symptoms they have. Otherwise, according to the dentist's prescription, these cysts can be identified by X-ray photography. In cases where the cyst has grown more than 2 cm and has cancerous symptoms, the specialist will try to identify the type of cyst by taking a sample. Also, if imaging is required in the cyst area with displacement, the cysts have an enlarged area.. What is a CT scan or MRI.... Tooth cyst? Does it cause complications? Dental cysts are associated with complications for the patient that, if not treated, can lead to the loss of parts of the jaw bone and teeth... Even in more advanced cases, these cysts can endanger the patient's health.. They can harm people, which can be mentioned as follows: - Occurrence of infection in the tooth area - Loss of teeth and the need for tooth extraction - Occurrence of benign appendages in the jaw - Creating a fracture in the jaw What are the treatment methods for oral and dental cysts? One of the most important concerns of patients with oral and dental tissue cysts is to know the methods of treating these cysts... In response to this, it can be said that the most important point in choosing a treatment method is the degree of progress and the type of cyst.... Many of these cysts are drained with a simple surgery and with the help of local anesthesia.... But another method that specialist surgeons usually choose in case of high occurrence of cysts is pouch-eating surgery. In the area of the tooth that has destroyed the nerve of the root, nerve extraction is necessary and undeniable.. But before any action, the dentist finally chooses the size and location of the cyst.. Treatment... What is the difference between a cyst and a dental abscess?. To better understand the difference between a cyst and a tooth abscess, you can refer to the following table:
What factors lead to the formation of dental cysts? It is clear that the formation of cysts in the mouth or teeth must have a reason..... right?.. There are many reasons that can lead to the formation of cysts in the mouth... the most important factors include the following: - Eruption of permanent teeth in an inappropriate position - Abnormal growth of teeth - Complications of dental denervation - Presence of hereditary disorders or ghrelin - Eruption of wisdom teeth - Tooth growth cell mutation wisdom tooth cyst A wisdom tooth cyst is a type of dentigerous cyst that develops around the crown of a dormant or semi-erupted wisdom tooth. This cyst is formed when fluid collects between the wisdom tooth and the surrounding tissue.. #### Common wisdom tooth cyst symptoms - Swelling behind the jaw - Feeling of pain or pressure - Bad breath or discharge of pus in infectious cases - Observing a lump or bump in the jaw #### Wisdom tooth cyst treatment The treatment depends on the size of the cyst and the condition of the wisdom tooth: - **Surgery to remove the cyst and wisdom tooth:** In most cases, it will be necessary to remove the wisdom tooth along with the cyst. > In many patients, wisdom tooth cysts are completely asymptomatic and can only be detected with a simple photograph.. That is why we always emphasize regular dental radiological examinations, especially wisdom tooth radiological examinations.. because early treatment prevents serious complications in the future. Do.. tips A simple thing that should become a part of your oral health program over time. Regular and thorough brushing at least twice a day and daily flossing help to thoroughly clean the mouth and remove plaque and food particles. As a result, the possibility of remaining bacteria that can lead to infection in your teeth is reduced. and Balance also plays an important role in maintaining oral and dental health.. infections.... On the other hand, quitting harmful habits such as smoking and excessive alcohol consumption can be very important for gums and teeth.... But you should know that maintaining oral and dental hygiene is not a guarantee to prevent the occurrence of oral cysts.... because as we wrote above, sometimes the causes of these cysts (not related to your hand at all) are not related to the person himself! For example, when a wisdom tooth grows in an inappropriate direction or a person is faced with a genetic disorder..... Treatment of tooth and gum cysts Usually, according to the type of your cyst and of course the cause of the cyst, the most suitable treatment for removing the cyst from the gum or tooth is chosen by the dentist. For example, some cysts are abscesses that are caused by infection and the dentist drains it while pulling your tooth. The treatment of dental and gum cysts is that you must visit an experienced and skilled gum surgeon for the treatment and surgery of these cysts. The experience and skill of the surgeon can help you accurately diagnose the cause of the formation Cysts and help speed up the healing process.. Elite also treats all types of cyst problems, including mouth and teeth, using advanced devices... If you need to examine and treat all types of cysts in the mouth and teeth area, you can call the experts of our clinic at 02188539720 or enter your information in the form below to schedule an appointment.. 88539720-021
Types of cyst removal surgery If the dentist who specializes in oral surgery knows that your cyst needs surgery, he should immediately perform the surgery to remove the cyst.... because the dentist definitely considers one of the possibilities of cyst enlargement, infection and transmission of infection to other teeth seriously... If the person does not want to do this surgery, he will probably have to remove the cyst completely. First, the contents of the cyst must be drained.... sometimes the dentist may decide to immediately remove the cyst and the tissues around it.... if the goal is to remove the entire cyst, the tissue around it will also heal quickly.... to remove the cyst, it is necessary to remove the bone graft with the cyst laser..... the laser tool is only supposed to perform the process of cutting the tooth and its surroundings with high precision for your dentist.... that is, the use of a laser is not considered a separate treatment method. It increases the accuracy and speed of the surgeon's operation, and as a result, the patient's recovery period is shortened... Of course, note that in some cases, the use of laser may not be very suitable!.. That means the dentist can treat you with more accuracy and speed with the traditional method!.. Therefore, it is better to leave the decision about the use of laser to your dentist... ### Cold therapy In this method, your cyst is dried to a great extent by the freezing method and finally it is separated along with the infected tissue around it.... Cryotherapy is done with the help of liquid nitrogen or other very cold gases.... This means that these substances cause the formation of ice crystals inside the cells and destroy them.... Also, cryotherapy is not recommended for all types of cysts, such as large or deep cysts. Blistering at the treatment site, possibility of infection and skin discoloration are also side effects of this treatment The last common method to treat a cyst is injecting medicine into it. The drug in question is usually a type of corticosteroid that helps reduce inflammation and swelling around the cyst... Of course, this drug does not directly eliminate the infection, but by reducing the inflammation, it helps to improve the patient's symptoms and shrink the cyst. The duration of dental cyst surgery depends on various factors... for example, where exactly the cyst is located, how big it is, what type of cyst it falls into, and how involved the cyst is with the surrounding tissues. It will remove your entire tooth/mouth... but in more complicated cases, a portion of the jawbone may need to be removed or even an adjacent tooth may require surgery altogether. As an outpatient with local anesthesia and after the operation, the patient can undergo a short recovery period by following the post-operative recommendations. The surgery will be with you so that the treatment process is done in the best possible way... home treatment of dental and oral cysts one of

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