Ranula Excision Treatment in India
About Ranula Excision
Key Highlights
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Definitive treatment to permanently remove the mucus retention cyst.Relieves discomfort, difficulty speaking, or swallowing caused by the swelling.Prevents potential infection or further enlargement of the ranula.Improves oral aesthetics and comfort.Performed with precision to minimize damage to surrounding salivary glands and nerves.
Who is this surgery for?
- Persistent, painless swelling on the floor of the mouth or under the tongue.
- A ranula that is large, causing discomfort, or interfering with speech, chewing, or swallowing.
- Recurrent ranula after previous drainage or marsupialization.
- Suspected plunging ranula that extends into the neck.
- Diagnostic confirmation via imaging (e.g., ultrasound, MRI) indicating a mucus retention cyst.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive oral examination and imaging (e.g., ultrasound) to confirm diagnosis and plan surgery.
- Review of medical history and current medications; adjustments may be needed for blood thinners.
- Pre-operative blood tests to assess overall health and clotting function.
- Discussion of anesthesia options (local, local with sedation, or general anesthesia).
- Fasting for 6-8 hours before the procedure if sedation or general anesthesia is used.
- Arranging for transportation home post-procedure, especially if sedation is involved.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding, swelling, or bruising at the surgical site.
- Infection requiring antibiotics.
- Damage to nearby structures like the lingual nerve (affecting tongue sensation/taste) or hypoglossal nerve (affecting tongue movement).
- Injury to Wharton's duct (of the submandibular gland), potentially causing salivary flow issues.
- Recurrence of the ranula if the cyst wall is not completely removed.
- Scarring or altered sensation in the floor of the mouth.
- Reactions to anesthesia.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial rest with head elevation to reduce swelling.
- Soft, cool diet for the first few days; avoid hot, spicy, or crunchy foods.
- Meticulous oral hygiene with gentle rinsing as advised, often starting 24 hours post-op.
- Pain management with prescribed or over-the-counter analgesics.
- Application of ice packs externally to the jaw/chin area in the first 48 hours.
- Avoidance of strenuous activity and heavy lifting for at least one week.
- Follow-up appointment(s) to monitor healing and remove any sutures.
- Watch for signs of infection (increased pain, fever, pus) or nerve injury and report them promptly.
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Typical hospital stay:
0-1 days (typically outpatient)
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Expected recovery time:
1-2 weeks for initial healing, 3-4 weeks for complete resolution
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering ranula excision in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
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The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for ranula excision compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | INR 15 Thousand – 50 Thousand | 0-1 days (typically outpatient) | ~ 1-2 weeks for initial healing, 3-4 weeks for complete resolution | Know More |
| Turkey | TRY 52.5 Thousand – 175 Thousand | 0-1 days (typically outpatient) | ~ 1-2 weeks for initial healing, 3-4 weeks for complete resolution | Know More |
Sneha Singh, a 28-year-old software engineer,...
Sneha Singh, a 28-year-old software engineer, first noticed a painless, bluish swelling under her tongue six months ago. Initially small, it would fluctuate but never fully disappear, making her self-conscious during client meetings. Over time, it grew to the size of a grape, occasionally interfering with her speech and causing a vague feeling of fullness. Her dentist diagnosed it as a ranula, a blocked salivary gland cyst. He explained that while sometimes they resolve, hers was persistent and likely to recur or enlarge. He recommended a complete surgical excision (ranulectomy) to remove the cyst and the affected gland to prevent regrowth. Sneha was anxious about oral surgery but scheduled the procedure. Under local anesthesia, the surgeon made a careful incision, removed the cyst and the sublingual gland, and closed the site with dissolvable stitches. The immediate recovery involved swelling and a soft diet for a week, but the ranula was gone. Within two weeks, she was back to normal eating and speaking clearly. Emotionally, she moved from feeling embarrassed and constantly aware of the lump to immense relief and regained confidence, no longer hiding her smile or worrying about it during presentations.
Dental surgeons for Ranula Excision
Explore experienced dental surgeons who regularly perform ranula excision and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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Manipal Hospital Kharadi, Pune
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Manipal Hospital Millers Road, Bangalore
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Manipal Hospitals Broadway, Kolkata
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Manipal Hospital Salt Lake, Kolkata
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Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
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Manipal Hospital Siliguri, Siliguri
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