Excision of the mucocele of the lower lip with electrocautery: a case report

Moitra PN, Ambwani H, Singh Y, Gore D and Kumar R

Published on: 2024-06-01

Abstract

Mucocele is one of the common lesions of oral mucosa encountered that results from an alteration of minor salivary glands. Two histological types exist: extravasation and retention, with different causative factors such as trauma leading to severance of the duct with spillage of mucin into the adjacent connective tissue and obstruction, respectively. Clinically, they consist of a soft, bluish, and transparent cystic swelling that normally resolves spontaneously. Treatment frequently involves surgical removal, micro marsupialization, cryosurgery, steroid injections, and CO2 lasers. As mucocele is a common lesion and affects the general population, it is important to emphasize and share perspectives on it.