Mucocele: Oral mucocele is a condition caused

Oral mucocele is a condition caused by mucus extravasation or retention in the oral mucosa, usually on the lower lip. It can be treated by surgical or nonsurgical methods, and may recur if the salivary gland is not removed. Oral cavity & oropharynx - MucoceleMucus extravasation phenomenon Ranula (if on the floor of mouth arising from the sublingual gland) Plunging ranula (if the mucin dissects through the mylohyoid muscle to involve the cervical area) Mucus escape reaction Not to be confused with salivary duct cyst / salivary retention cyst / mucus retention cyst / mucus duct cyst / sialocyst A mucocele is a fluid-filled swelling that occurs inside the mouth, commonly on the lower lip, tongue, floor of the mouth, or inner cheeks. It develops due to the blockage or rupture of a salivary gland duct, causing mucus to accumulate and form a soft, painless lump. Mucoceles are benign, recurrent mucus-filled cysts that can be mildly painful. You can try medical treatment and self-care tips for timely relief.