Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

Cyst & tumor removal (jaw)

Surgical removal of a cyst or tumor found in the jaw, often discovered incidentally on a dental X-ray.

When this is typically needed

  • Swelling in the jaw
  • Found on routine dental X-ray
  • Numbness or pain in the jaw area

What it involves

Surgical removal of the growth, with tissue typically sent for lab analysis to confirm its nature.

What to expect

Most jaw cysts are benign; recovery time depends on the size and location of what's removed.

This page is educational information, not medical advice or a diagnosis. Every case is different — talk to a qualified, verified doctor about your specific symptoms and situation before making treatment decisions.

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