Maxillary Odontogenic Keratocyst : A Rare Presentation In A Paediatric Patient

Journal Title: IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences (IOSR-JDMS) - Year 2018, Vol 17, Issue 4

Abstract

Among jaw cysts, OKC accounts for third most common jaw cysts after periapical and dentigerous cysts. Most common location of OKC is mandible and is mostly found in second to fourth decade of life. Occurence of OKC in maxilla is rare. If it occurs ,it is commonly seen in older age group.OKC is known for its aggressive and infiltrative behaviour and its extreme reccurence rate. This case report describes the occurrence of this lesion in maxilla especially in a paediatric patient.

Authors and Affiliations

Dr. Amritha . V. S, Dr. Kannan Vadakkepurayil, Dr. T. V. Anupam Kumar

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  • EP ID EP373401
  • DOI 10.9790/0853-1704140103.
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Dr. Amritha . V. S, Dr. Kannan Vadakkepurayil, Dr. T. V. Anupam Kumar (2018). Maxillary Odontogenic Keratocyst : A Rare Presentation In A Paediatric Patient. IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences (IOSR-JDMS), 17(4), 1-3. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-373401