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Common and less common gingival overgrowth conditions

B K Moghadam1, R E Gier

  • 1Department of Oral Diagnosis and Radiology, University of Missouri-Kansas City, School of Dentistry 64108, USA.

Cutis
|July 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary

Gingival enlargement, or overgrowth, stems from local and systemic issues, requiring accurate diagnosis for effective treatment. This review covers various causes, pathogenesis, and differential diagnoses for dentists and dermatologists.

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Area of Science:

  • Oral pathology
  • Dermatology
  • Systemic disease manifestations

Background:

  • Gingival enlargement presents diverse clinical features based on underlying causes.
  • Accurate diagnosis is crucial for effective treatment planning.
  • Some gingival overgrowth conditions have features of interest to both dental and medical professionals.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review various causes of gingival enlargement.
  • To discuss the pathogenesis of different gingival overgrowth conditions.
  • To present differential diagnostic considerations for gingival enlargement.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of gingival enlargement conditions.
  • Analysis of causes and pathogenesis.
  • Compilation of differential diagnostic criteria.

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Main Results:

  • Gingival enlargement arises from numerous local and systemic factors.
  • Clinical presentation varies significantly with the etiology.
  • Rare conditions with shared dental and dermatological features are highlighted.

Conclusions:

  • Comprehensive diagnosis is essential for managing gingival enlargement.
  • Understanding the diverse etiologies aids in appropriate treatment selection.
  • This review provides insights into the differential diagnosis of gingival overgrowth.