[Experience in treating mucoceles in Primary Care]

Area of Science:

• Oral pathology
• Dermatology
• Primary healthcare

Background:

• Mucoceles are benign, frequent oral cavity lesions (2.5/1000 prevalence).
• They result from mucous retention within minor salivary glands.
• The lower lip is the most common site for mucocele development.

Purpose of the Study:

• To present treatment experiences with mucoceles in a Primary Health Care setting.
• To review existing literature on mucocele treatment.
• To evaluate the correctness of the centre's treatment protocols for mucoceles.

Main Methods:

• Retrospective review of mucocele cases treated at the Primary Health Care centre.
• Literature search on mucocele etiology, diagnosis, and treatment modalities.
• Comparison of institutional treatment outcomes with established guidelines.

Main Results:

• Several mucocele cases were successfully managed within the Primary Health Care setting.
• The study identified common treatment approaches and their efficacy.
• Findings suggest that standard treatments are effective for most mucocele cases.

Conclusions:

• Primary Health Care centres are equipped to manage mucocele cases effectively.
• Adherence to established treatment protocols ensures positive outcomes for benign oral lesions like mucoceles.
• Further studies could explore long-term follow-up and patient-reported outcomes.