Abstract

The cysts that arise from odontogenic apparatus or those which have the ability to produce a lining similar to that of the tooth forming structures are referred to as odontogenic cyst. The cysts that are commonly considered to have neoplastic potential include dentigerous cysts, odontogenic keratocysts, calcifying odontogenic cysts, glandular odontogenic cysts and radicular cysts. The neoplastic component must be identified in the histopathology, since it is major factor in determining the diagnosis, treatment plan and prognosis.

Key words: Odontogenic cyst, carcinoma, dentigerous cyst, odontogenic keratocyst, calcifying odontogenic cyst, ameloblatoma, adenomatoid odontogenic tumor, odontoma.