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Plasma cell gingivitis associated with cheilitis: A diagnostic dilemma!
Presanthila Janam1, Bindu R Nayar, Remya Mohan
1Department of Periodontics, Government Dental College, Trivandrum, Kerala, India.
Journal of Indian Society of Periodontology
|May 26, 2012
Summary
Plasma cell gingivitis, a rare condition involving plasma cell infiltration of the gums, can present with significant swelling. This case highlights a rare association with lip changes, successfully treated with gingivectomy.
Area of Science:
- Oral Pathology
- Dermatology
Background:
- Plasma cell gingivitis is a rare inflammatory condition.
- Characterized by plasma cell infiltration of gingival connective tissue.
- Etiology is often unclear, possibly hypersensitivity-related.
