Radicular Cyst of Jaw: A Review

Radicular cyst is the common odontogenic inflammatory cyst which arises from the cell rest of malassez. It is asymptomatic and swelling proceeds solely indicating cortical plate expansion radicular cyst is the consequence of pulpal necrosis. The management of radicular cyst is aided by clinical, FNAC and radiographic examination. Diagnosis is confirmed by histopathological examination. Treatment options are based on the extent of the lesion, structure, origin and clinical/systemic condition of the patient. Untreated cyst may expand causing local tissue destruction and further pathological deformity. Management includes non-surgical endodontics and surgical methods like endodontic surgery, decompression, marsupialization or enucleation. This article briefly discusses the clinical features, etiopathogenesis and treatment options for management of radicular cysts.