Glandular Odontogenic Cyst: A Diagnostic and Management Dilemma

Abstract

The glandular odontogenic cyst (GOC) is a rare odontogenic cyst that can develop in the maxillofacial region with aggressive behavior. It tends to develop into enormous proportions with high recurrence rates. The mandibular anterior area is the common site of occurrence of GOC, and it appears as an asymptomatic slow-growing swelling. GOC mimics other odontogenic cysts and tumors both clinically and radiographically, thus posing difficulty in diagnosis. Due to the aggressive potential of GOC, precise diagnosis and prompt treatment are crucial. Both conservative and aggressive surgical therapies have been advocated for GOC with a preference for aggressive therapy due to its high potential for recurrence. In this report, we present a case of GOC of the mandible in an adult female patient, which was successfully treated by segmental resection and primary reconstruction with stainless steel recon plate with uneventful healing during the one-year postoperative follow-up period.