Dental or oral cysts are typically small saclike growths that can occur on soft tissues inside the mouth, in the jaw, at the base of a tooth root, or atop the crown of an unerupted wisdom tooth. While they may remain small and not cause any initial symptoms, cysts can get larger, become a source of discomfort and damage, or become infected over time. For all these reasons, it can be necessary to remove the cyst and have it evaluated to determine if any abnormal or cancerous cells are present. When a cyst gets infected, it’s considered an abscess. Characterized by pain and swelling, an abscess requires prompt attention and care.
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