Dentigerous cyst associated with a displaced tooth in the maxillary sinus: an unusual cause of recurrent sinusitis in an adolescent

Pediatr Radiol. 2009 Oct;39(10):1102-4. doi: 10.1007/s00247-009-1337-z. Epub 2009 Jul 7.

Abstract

We report an unusual case of a displaced maxillary molar and associated dentigerous cyst within the maxillary sinus in an adolescent presenting as recurrent sinusitis. Although a rare cause of sinusitis in children, dentigerous cysts should be included in the differential diagnosis for causes of persistent or recurrent sinusitis in this age group. This report provides further evidence for obtaining imaging studies when managing pediatric sinusitis that does not respond to standard antibiotic therapy. We discuss management options for these lesions including the differential diagnoses and need for follow-up.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Dentigerous Cyst / complications*
  • Dentigerous Cyst / diagnostic imaging*
  • Dentigerous Cyst / therapy
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Maxillary Sinusitis / diagnostic imaging*
  • Maxillary Sinusitis / etiology*
  • Maxillary Sinusitis / therapy
  • Radiography
  • Secondary Prevention
  • Sinusitis / diagnostic imaging*
  • Sinusitis / etiology*
  • Sinusitis / therapy
  • Tooth Migration / complications*
  • Tooth Migration / diagnostic imaging*
  • Tooth Migration / therapy