Abstract:Cysts are pathological formations that develop in the bone tissue or in the soft tissues of the upper and lower jaw. Reasons for their formation are many and varying, depending on the type. Cysts are usually caused due to root infection involving tooth decay. Untreated dental caries then allow bacteria to reach the level of the pulp, causing infection. The bacteria gains access to the periapical region of the tooth through deeper infection of the pulp, traveling through the roots. The resulting pulpal necrosis… Show more
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