Two Cases of Epidermoid Cyst in the Oral Mucosa

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Korean Journal of Head & Neck Oncology 2008;24(1):80-82.
Published online May 30, 2008.

Hyung Seob Kim;Jun Ho Lee;Chan Hum Park;Seok Min Hong

구강 점막에 발생한 유표피 낭종 2예

김형섭;이준호;박찬흠;홍석민

Abstract

Epidermoid cysts can be found anywhere in the body, particularly in areas where embryonic elements fuse together. Most cases have been reported in the ovaries, the testicles, as well as the hand and feet. Epidermoid cysts in mouth are uncommon and account for less than 0.01% of all oral cysts. The treatment of choice is complete surgical excision and prognosis is excellent. The purpose of this article is to describe two cases of an epidermoid cyst in the oral cavity mucosa and a review of the literature.

Key Words: Oral mucosa·Epidermoid cyst, Lip, Buccal mucosa

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