Open AccessMaxillary Odontogenic Keratocyst Masquerading a Periapical Cyst
Author(s) -
Jayaprasad Anekar,
K V S Hari Kumar,
Deepika Nayak,
Ivin Elsa John
Publication year - 2018
Publication title -
international healthcare research journal
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2456-8090
DOI - 10.26440/ihrj/02_06/196
Subject(s) - keratocyst , odontogenic , cyst , medicine , odontogenic cyst , keratocystic odontogenic tumor , dentistry , pathology
Odontogenic keratocysts previously termed, as keratocystic odontogenic tumor is a developmental odontogenic cyst. It is one of the most commonly occurring odontogenic cyst and is characterized by its aggressive behaviour, high recurrence rate and association with syndromes. A case of odontogenic keratocyst occurring in the maxillary anterior region is described here with emphasis on the importance of advanced imaging modalities like computed tomography in the diagnosis and treatment planning.