A rare case report: calcifying odontogenic cyst mimicking lateral periodontal cyst with 1-year Follow-up

This case highlights three critical clinical insights: the necessity of histopathological confirmation for definitive diagnosis of radiographically ambiguous odontogenic cysts; the potential for conservative management in select COC cases without aggressive features; the importance of Cone-Beam Computed Tomography in evaluating cortical integrity and lesion extent. These findings contribute to evolving understanding of COC management paradigms, suggesting tailored surgical approaches may be appropriate based on lesion characteristics and radiographic findings. Long-term follow-up remains essential to validate treatment outcomes.