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Sabita Rao1, Vijay Parashar2, Douglas W Beals3
1Assistant Professor, Clinical Faculty, Midwestern University, College of Dental Medicine-Arizona, Glendale, Arizona; Diplomate, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.
Abstract:
A buccal bifurcation cyst (BBC) is a rarely occurring, distinct lesion that is limited exclusively to the buccal bifurcation area of mandibular first and second molars in children and adolescents. A definitive diagnosis is formulated based on specific clinical and radiographic features. Management of such cysts depends on the presence of symptoms and the size of the lesion. This case report details the common features of a BBC in a 13-year-old patient and outlines the surgical approach to managing the cystic entity. The importance of a comprehensive clinical examination and appropriate supplemental investigations is emphasized to facilitate accurate diagnosis.
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