Mucoceles, as seen to the right of the finger, are typically translucent to slightly blue in color and have a shiny-appearing surface. A mucocele is causing the lower lip to have a slight bulge near the center. This mucocele has broken open; note the slight fluid present.
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Oral Mucocele  A parent's guide to condition and treatment information

Picture of Oral Mucocele: Mucoceles, as seen to the right of the finger, are typically translucent to slightly blue in color and have a shiny-appearing surface. Divider line
Mucoceles, as seen to the right of the finger, are typically translucent to slightly blue in color and have a shiny-appearing surface.
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Who's At Risk
Mucoceles occur most commonly in children or young adults. There may be a history of injury or lip biting. The similar-appearing mucus-retention cysts occur more often in older adults and without any history of trauma.
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Last Modified: 22 Dec 2008
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