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.
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Tanya Jadhav, MDS, is involved in Private practice at Pune, Maharashtra-India. K Mahalinga Bhat, MDS, is a professor at the Department of Periodontics, Manipal College of Dental Sciences. G Subraya Bhat, MDS, is the Head of Department at the Department of Periodontics, Manipal College of Dental Sciences. Jothi M Varghese, MDS, is an associate professor at the Department of Periodontics, Manipal College of Dental Sciences.
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This study supports the NDHRA priority area, Clinical Dental Hygiene Care: Assess the use of evidence–based treatment recommendations in dental hygiene practice.
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