Laser Controlled Mucocele Excision In Upper Lip: A Case Report

Abstract

ABSTRACT- This report describes a lesion of the upper lip that was definitively diagnosed by histologic examination as a mucocele. Mucoceles are the most common minor salivary gland disorder and represent the second most frequent benign soft tissue tumors of the oral cavity, following irritative fibroma. This case illustrates an uncommon presentation of mucocele with respect to location and duration . In the present case reports, diode laser was used for the excision of mucocele on the upper lip. Mucocele is defined as the accumulation of mucus secreted from salivary glands and their ducts in the oral cavity’s subepithelial tissue. Mucoceles are painless, asymptomatic, benign swellings that have a relatively rapid onset and fluctuate in size. Mostly mucoceles are asymptomatic but sometimes can cause discomfort by interfering with speech, chewing, or swallowing. Management of mucoceles include surgical excision, marsupialisation, micro-marsupialization, cryosurgery, laser vaporization, and laser excision. The high-intensity diode laser is very helpful for excision of a mucocele because it is less invasive and safe. Removal of mucocele with the diode laser was effective in the case presented, resulting in bloodless operating field, minimal discomfort, minimal swelling and scarring and much less or no postsurgical pain.