Bilateral Radicular Cyst in Posterior Maxilla: An Unusual Case Report

Abstract

ABSTRACT: Radicular cyst is a pathological cavity partially or completely lined by epithelium that may arises from epithelial residues of cell rest of malassez in the inflamed periapical tissues. Radicular cyst usually originates as a sequela to periapical inflammatory reaction following an injury. It is typically asymptomatic but causes pain and swelling if it is secondary infected. 52 to 68% of cyst occurring in the jaw are radicular cyst. 15 to 20% of cases occurs post endodontically treated tooth. This paper reports occurrence of bilateral maxillary radicular cyst in relation to molars.