Glandular Odontogenic Cyst of Anterior Maxilla - A Rare Case Report

RATIONALE: Glandular odontogenic cyst (GOC) is a rare type of cyst of the jaws, which shares histological features with that of lateral periodontal cyst, botryoid cyst, radicular cyst with mucous metaplasia, or low-grade mucoepidermoid carcinoma, making it difficult to come to a definitive diagnosis. Not many cases of GOC have been reported in the literature. PATIENT CONCERNS: A 40-year-old male patient presented with pain in the upper right front tooth region. Mild extraoral swelling, obliterating the right nasolabial fold, was present. Tenderness on percussion was present in involved teeth. DIAGNOSIS: On histopathological examination, GOC was confirmed featuring pseudostratified columnar cells with cilia, goblet cells, and mucous cells. TREATMENT: Complete enucleation of the cyst was done. OUTCOMES: No recurrence was noted on 1-year follow-up. TAKE-AWAY LESSONS: Due to high recurrence rate and aggressive nature of the cyst, it is important to plan proper management and long-term follow-up.