The odontogenic keratocyst is an epithelial development cyst
of the jaws.
This lesion is commonly found in the maxilla and mandible , and can
become quite large because of its potential for significant expansion,
extension into adjacent tissues a
nd rapid growth.
The treatment of the odontogenic keratocyst remains controversial
Treatments are generally classified as conservative or aggressive.
The purpose of this study was to evaluate different surgical
treatment methods for odontogenic keratocysts and the outcome of these
treatments over a years period.