Incidentally discovered lacunar image of the mandible: A diagnostic orientation |
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| Authors: | Rym Kammoun Imen Chaabani Touhami Ben Alaya |
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| Affiliation: | 1. Laboratory of Histology and Embryology, Faculty of Dental Medicine of Monastir, University of Monastir, Monastir Tunisia ; 2. ABCDF Laboratory for Biological Clinical and Dento‐Facial Approach, University of Monastir, Monastir Tunisia ; 3. Department of Radiology, University Dental Clinic, Monastir Tunisia ; 4. Unity of Bioactive Natural Substances and Biotechnology, Faculty of Dental Medicine, University of Monastir, Monastir Tunisia |
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| Abstract: | Stafne bone cavity belongs to the class of pseudocysts as a mandibular radiolucency image with well‐defined borders. It is asymptomatic and incidentally discovered. CT scan is the best examination to identify characteristics and content of this image. This study aimed to highlight these radiological features to establish the correct diagnosis. |
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| Keywords: | mandible, osteolysis, radiography, panoramic, salivary glands, tomography, X‐ ray computed |
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