Drug Induced Gingival Overgrowth- A Review Article

Journal Title: Scholars Journal of Applied Medical Sciences - Year 2018, Vol 6, Issue 11

Abstract

Abstract: Drug-induced gingival overgrowth (DGO) is mainly associated with three types of drugs: phenytoin (PHT), cyclosporine A, and calcium channel blockers. The pathogenesis of drug-induced gingival overgrowth is uncertain, and there appears to be no unifying hypothesis that links together the 3 commonly implicated drugs. This review discusses the pathogenesis of DIGO and approaches to treatment based on the current knowledge and observations.

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Dr. Beanish Bashir, Dr. Reyaz Ahmed Mir, Dr. Javeed Ahmed Parry

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Dr. Beanish Bashir, Dr. Reyaz Ahmed Mir, Dr. Javeed Ahmed Parry (2018). Drug Induced Gingival Overgrowth- A Review Article. Scholars Journal of Applied Medical Sciences, 6(11), 4587-4593. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-479713