Pediatric Dentigerous Cyst: A Rare Case Report with review

Abstract

Dentigerous cysts represent a prevalent category among odontogenic cysts in the oral cavity and typically appear as coincidental discoveries on dental radiographs or as asymptomatic enlargements. These cysts originate from remnants of reduced enamel epithelium encircling the crown of an unerupted or impacted tooth, being attached at the cementoenamel junction. While the majority are regarded as developmental, it is noteworthy that in young individuals, they may exhibit an inflammatory etiology, possibly stemming from caries in the primary dentition. Here, we report a case of a dentigerous cyst in a 9 year-old female patient and its management.