what is a mucocele on the lip
A mucocele usually occurs on the inside of the lower lip. A mucocele (MEW-koh-seal) is a âmucous retention cystâ that forms as a result of a salivary gland becoming blocked. It manifests itself as a lump that is firm to the touch, and may fluctuate in size. Discovering a mucocele can, at first, be very alarming, since lumps in oneâs mouth can be a sign of Oral Cancer. However, mucoceles are quite common, and usually occur on the inside of the lower lip.