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My mucous cyst popped in my mouth is this fatal at all?

8 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Gary Sandler answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Mucous cyst: Neither fatal or of much concern generally. If it returns, see an Oral Surgeon to properly diagnose and treat.

Dr Fowler and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 5/30/2015

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

No: No deleterious material contained in a mucous cyst. Stop worrying.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/15/2015

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