Nasolabial cyst
a case report
Keywords:
Nasolabial cyst, Nonodontogenics cysts, Development cystAbstract
The nasolabial cyst is an uncommon, nonodontogenic, soft tissue cyst characterized by its extra bone located in the nasal region. This cyst is generally asymptomatic, except in cases of infection, and can cause complaints arising from aesthetic appearance. The treatment of choice is surgical excision, which presents a good prognosis and rare recurrence. This case report presents a unilateral nasolabial cyst as well as a literature review on the disease.
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