Peri-apical granuloma presenting as a chronic cystic swelling in the hard palate: a case report

A periapical granuloma, also known as a radicular or apical granuloma, is an inflammatory condition at the tip of a nonvital (dead) tooth. This lesion, which often begins as an epithelial-lined cyst, develops into granulation tissue inflammation at the root apex of the affected tooth, usually caused by dental decay or a bacterial infection of the tooth's pulp. While it is a relatively uncommon condition with a wide range of prevalence, the term "periapical granuloma" is used even though it does not contain granulomatous inflammation. This being a rare occurrence in usual clinical otolaryngologic practice, here we present a case report of a 55-year-old female with a lesion over her hard palate for two months.