Mucous Cyst
Reviewed by the medical team of El Doctor Editorial policy
A mucous cyst is a small sac filled with fluid or mucus that can appear in different parts of the body; in the mouth it frequently arises on the lip or on the inside of the cheek, where it is also known as a mucocele.
How does it look? It usually presents as a soft, rounded, translucent or bluish little bump, that sometimes bothers you when speaking or eating and may empty and refill.
Common causes: in the mouth it is frequently associated with a salivary gland that becomes blocked or injured, for example by biting the lip.
Which specialist treats it? The dentist and the maxillofacial surgeon evaluate cysts of the mouth; the oral pathologist supports the workup when necessary. If you notice a persistent lump in the mouth, it is advisable to show it to a professional for an appropriate review.
Data on 521 doctors who treat mucous cyst
Which specialist treats mucous cyst?
A mucous cyst is mainly evaluated by a dentist; a general surgeon may get involved if removal is needed, and an orthodontist can follow up if there are dental implications. Find specialists.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in mucous cyst
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Andrea Ladrón de Guevara
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Rosa Elena Pena Madero
Dr. Luis Fernando Fraga Ramos
Dr. Karla Paola Gonzalez Cabezas
Dr. Carolina Garcia
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. María Cristina Velázquez Ochoa
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Itzel Olivares Lara
Dr. Karina V. Ramírez García
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Blanca Margarita Lora Aguilar
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Gabriel Denicia Molina
Dr. José Francisco Mendiola González
Frequently asked questions
What is mucous cyst?
A mucous cyst is a small sac filled with fluid or mucus that can appear in different parts of the body; in the mouth it frequently arises on the lip or on the inside of the cheek, where it is also known as a mucocele.
Which doctor treats mucous cyst?
A mucous cyst is mainly evaluated by a dentist; a general surgeon may get involved if removal is needed, and an orthodontist can follow up if there are dental implications. Find specialists.