Abstract
PURPOSE: Gingival enlargement, also synonymous with the terms gingival hyperplasia or hypertrophy, is defined as an abnormal overgrowth of gingival tissues. A case of a 19-year-old male presenting with maxillary and mandibular chronic inflammatory gingival enlargement associated with prolonged orthodontic therapy is reported here. Surgical therapy was carried out to provide a good aesthetic outcome. No recurrence was reported at the end of 1 year. The importance of patient motivation and compliance during and after therapy as a critical factor in the success of treatment has also been highlighted through this case report.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 19-23 |
| Number of pages | 5 |
| Journal | Journal of dental hygiene : JDH / American Dental Hygienists' Association |
| Volume | 87 |
| Issue number | 1 |
| Publication status | Published - 01-02-2013 |
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- Medicine(all)