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[Fibromatous Epulis: A Clinical Case Report].
Sandra Fatori1, Roksolana Burlaka1, Heinz Theo Lübbers2
1Zahnärzte Wiedikon - Praxis Dr. Dr. Fatori, Zürich. drfatori@sso-hin.ch.
Swiss Dental Journal
|May 14, 2024
Summary
A fibromatous epulis, a benign oral lesion, was successfully treated with surgical removal in a 35-year-old patient. This effective treatment prevented recurrence, highlighting surgical excision as a key intervention for fibromatous epulis.
Area of Science:
- Oral Pathology
- Dentistry
- Surgical Oncology
Background:
- Fibromatous epulis is a benign, collagen-rich connective tissue lesion that can present as an exophytic growth in the oral cavity.
- Persistent oral lesions require accurate diagnosis and effective management to prevent complications.
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