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Assessment of the Mouth

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Extensive Exophytic Gum Swelling: A Case Study.

Abdullah Saeidi¹, Mahir Mirah², Albraa Alolayan¹

¹Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Diagnostic Sciences, College of Dentistry, Taibah University, Madinah 42353, Saudi Arabia.

|July 25, 2025

Summary

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A rare, large oral granulomatous tissue lesion was identified in a young adult. Early diagnosis and tailored treatment are crucial for managing this vascular proliferative condition and preventing tissue damage.

Keywords:

case study dental lesion extensive granuloma pyogenic

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Area of Science:

Oral pathology
Dental surgery
Vascular lesions

Background:

Large intraoral swelling is uncommon in adults.
Pyogenic granulomas (PG) are benign vascular tumors.
Prompt recognition and management are essential.

Observation:

A 21-year-old female presented with a 15x15 mm exophytic oral lesion.
The lesion was pale red, friable, and bled easily.
It affected the lower second molar and adjacent teeth.

Findings:

The case highlights a rare, large reactive vascular proliferative lesion on the gingiva.
Diagnosis involved clinical examination and potentially biopsy.
Surgical excision is a primary treatment modality.

Implications:

This case contributes to understanding pyogenic granulomas of the oral cavity.
Early intervention and patient education are key to preventing extensive dental destruction.
Management should be individualized based on lesion characteristics and patient factors.