GENERALISED GINGIVAL ENLARGEMENT– A CASE REPORT

DR.J.KAVITHA; DR.S.SENTHILKUMAR; DR.SIJIJACOB; DR.S.LAKSHMISREE; DR.S.SRINIVASAN

Volume : VII, Issue : X, October - 2018

GENERALISED GINGIVAL ENLARGEMENT– A CASE REPORT

Dr. J. Kavitha, Dr. S. Senthilkumar, Dr. Sijijacob, Dr. S. Lakshmisree, Dr. S. Srinivasan

Abstract :

Gingival enlargement is one of the frequent features of gingival diseases. This condition finds a unique place in literature, because it has been associated with a variety of local and systemic factors. in some cases where gingival enlargement could be the primary sign of potentially lethal systemic diseases, a correct diagnosis of these enlargements could prove life saving for the patient or at least initiate early treatment and improve the quality of life. A 38 year female patient reported with a chief complaint of swelling in the gums. Gingival enlargement removal was done employing surgical technique after phase I therapy.Gingivectomy was carried out in all four quadrants. Periodic recalls showed maintenance of good oral hygiene and one year follow–up revealed no recurrence. The importance of patient motivation and compliance during and after therapy is the success of treatment.