# Understanding the Distinction Between Traumatic Fibroma and Mucocele in Pediatric Patients: A Report of Two Cases

## TL;DR

This paper discusses two oral lesions in children, traumatic fibroma and mucocele, and highlights their diagnosis and treatment.

## Contribution

The paper presents two case reports to clarify the distinction between traumatic fibroma and mucocele in pediatric patients.

## Key findings

- Both patients showed clinical resolution after treatment with no discomfort.
- Histopathological analysis confirmed the diagnoses of traumatic fibroma and mucocele.

## Abstract

Traumatic fibroma is a reactive oral cavity lesion that manifests as a localized, non-neoplastic, inflammatory hyperplastic papule of fibrous connective tissue. Alternatively, mucocele is another frequent oral lesion, caused by mucus pooling in the tissues as a result of trauma to minor salivary glands. This article aims to shed light on traumatic fibroma and mucocele of the lower lip in pediatric patients. Two pediatric patients complained of soft tissue growth on the left side of the lower lip. Appropriate diagnosis, treatment planning, and light amplification by stimulated emission of radiation excision were done for both patients. The excised samples were sent for histopathological analysis. Both patients showed clinical resolution in a short period without any discomfort. A comprehensive understanding of these variances is essential for precise diagnosis and tailored treatment strategies.