Extensive Gingival Enlargement in Siblings A case report
Journal Title: Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal - Year 2012, Vol 12, Issue 4
Abstract
Gingival fbromatosis is characterised by varying degrees of fbrotic gingival overgrowth that can be caused by a variety of aetiological factors. Hereditary gingival fbromatosis (HGF) is a rare genetic disorder, characterised by a slowly progressive, benign enlargement of keratinised gingiva. Te condition may be found in an autosomal dominant or autosomal recessive mode of inheritance, the former being more common. It usually develops as an isolated disorder but can be one feature of a multisystem syndrome. Accordingly, HGF has been divided into two forms: non-syndromic and syndromic. Te gingival enlargement can be localised or generalised, but usually involves both arches. Te authors describe a case of non-syndromic generalised severe HGF, involving the maxillary and mandibular arches in two brothers. Tis report focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and control of the disease. Te pattern of inheritance and histopathologic characteristics are also emphasised.
Authors and Affiliations
Kumar Pushpanshu| Departments of 1Oral Medicine and Radiology, Rachna Kaushik| Periodontics, Hazaribag College of Dental Sciences & Hospital, Hazaribag, India, R. S. Sathawane| Department of Oral Medicine & Radiology, Maitri Dental College, Durg, India, Ravi P. Athawale| Department of Oral Medicine & Radiology, Government Dental College & Hospital, Nagpur, India
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