The most aggressive and destructive cyst is:_____________?
Correct answer: B. Dentigerous cyst
- A. Periapical cyst
- B. Dentigerous cyst
- C. Globulomaxillary cyst
- D. Nasopalatine cyst
Explanation
Among the listed cysts, a dentigerous cyst can become large and locally destructive, especially when associated with an impacted tooth. An odontogenic keratocyst is often described as the most aggressive odontogenic cyst, but it is not included among the options.
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