Which devices can be used to decompress odontogenic cystic lesions in the oral cavity? A systematic review

Odontogenic cysts are bone lesions in the jaws and can reach large sizes. Decompression is a technique that helps in the surgical treatment of these lesions, aiming to reduce the size of the cysts. This present study aimed to conduct a systematic review of the main types of devices used for the decompression of odontogenic cysts and analyze the indications, types, advantages, and disadvantages of the devices used in the decompression of odontogenic cystic lesions in the oral cavity.

Source: The British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - January 3, 2024 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Vin ícius Teixeira Silva, Wladimir Gushiken de Campos, Caroline Leone, Fábio de Abreu Alves, Celso Augusto Lemos Tags: Systematic review Source Type: research