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¹Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Department, Piracicaba Dental School, Campinas State University, Brazil. darklilson@hotmail.com

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Summary

Epidermoid cysts are benign tumors from ectodermal tissue. Complete surgical excision is the preferred treatment, as demonstrated by a successful case of facial epidermoid cyst removal with no recurrence.

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Area of Science:

Dermatology
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Surgical Oncology

Background:

Epidermoid cysts are rare, benign tumors originating from misplaced ectodermal tissue.
Typically diagnosed in individuals aged 15-50, affecting both sexes equally.
Complete surgical excision is the standard management for epidermoid cysts.

Observation:

A case report details a 24-year-old male patient presenting with an epidermoid cyst.
The cyst was located on the left side of the face, specifically on the mandibular body region.
The patient underwent complete surgical excision for the lesion.

Findings:

The surgical intervention successfully removed the epidermoid cyst.
A follow-up period of 2 years revealed no signs of recurrence.
This case supports complete excision as an effective treatment for facial epidermoid cysts.

Implications:

Highlights the efficacy of complete surgical excision for facial epidermoid cysts.
Provides a long-term follow-up case study for this rare benign tumor.
Emphasizes the importance of thorough surgical removal to prevent recurrence.