Changing Trends in the Incidence Rate of Odontogenic Keratocysts

Background: Odontogenic keratocysts (OKC) are known for their invasiveness and tendency to recur. This case series examines the range of clinical, radiological, histopathological presentations of OKC. A retrospecti Methods: ve analysis of ten cases of OKC reported in 6 months duration in 2024 at Pacific dental college and Hospital, was conducted, with an emphasis on the symptoms presented, findings from Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT), and histopathological final diagnosis. Patients aged Results: between 23 to 64 years exhibited mostly asymptomatic swellings among the 10 cases, the provisional diagnosis of 7 cases varied from Globulomaxillary cyst, Dentigerous cyst, Ameloblastoma, Radicular cyst but the final histopathological diagnosis was Odontogenic Keratocyst in which one case was of collateral type of OKC on clinicopathological correlation. The management Conclusion: of OKC is complicated by its similar appearance to other cystic conditions and its high risk of recurring. This study emphasises the vital role of CBCT and histopathological evaluation in enhancing the accuracy of diagnosis and the precision of surgical interventions, highlighting the necessity for careful monitoring and strategic planning in treatment to mitigate the risk of recurrence.