SURGICAL MANAGEMENT OF RESIDUAL CYST: A CASE REPORT

Inflammatory odontogenic cysts are benign osteolytic asymptomatic lesions and can destroy the surrounding bone and let it infected. The term residual cyst is used most often for retained radicular cyst from teeth that has been removed. Residual cysts are among most common cysts of the jaws. It can be concluded that early detection and accurate diagnosis are essential for the proper treatment of the residual cysts. This case report reveals some of the technical considerations in managing huge maxillary midline residual cyst surgically.