Cervical Mucoceles (Figures 1 and 3) This is probably the most common type of
mucocele. It is a collection of saliva in the upper neck region, at the angle of the jaw,
or between the mandibles.
• Sublingual Mucoceles (also called a ranula) (Figure 2), Another frequent location for
the formation of a mucocele is on the floor of the mouth alongside the tongue. This is
frequently seen in association with a cervical mucocele.
• Pharyngeal mucoceles This type of mucocele is much less common. It is essential a
variation of the cervical mucocele, but the fluid accumulation is almost entirely within
the throat (pharynx).
• Zygomatic Mucocele This is a very rare type of mucocele where the saliva is
originating from the small zygomatic salivary glands which are located just below the
eye