CO2 laser acts in small vessels promoting blood coagulation, making it possible to work in a controlled way. Patients undergoing fixed orthodontic therapy often present injuries of gingival ...

The correct diagnosis of gingival hyperplasia (identifying the underlying cause) is vital to effective treatment. Treatment options may include: Periodontal cleaning and scaling (to remove plaque and ...

Drug-induced gingival hyperplasia usually arises from the use of certain medications. The main drug classes involved in this condition are anticonvulsants, immunosuppressants, and calcium channel ...

If your endometrium is thick, that may mean that you have endometrial hyperplasia. Biopsy. You may also need to have a biopsy. Your doctor will remove a sample of tissue from your uterus lining.

THERE has been much interest in the etiology and treatment of gingival hyperplasia occurring in patients receiving diphenylhydantoin sodium ¶ since the effectiveness of the drug as an ...

Drug-induced gingival hyperplasia is a type of hyperplasia from drug side effects. In general, gingival hyperplasia refers to a condition in which the gum tissues surrounding the teeth grow ...

She was intermittently ventilated through tracheostomy using bilevel positive airway pressure and was fed through gastrostomy. On examination, she had sustained open mouth with premature contacts of ...

WITHIN the last year, two reports 1, 2 have been published in this journal concerning the effectiveness of antihistamines as a form of therapy for the gingival hyperplasia that is frequently seen ...

Gingival hyperplasia is a reversible condition if the medication causing it is discontinued. When necessary, referral to a periodontist for treatment is an effective option. Dentists must be proactive ...

Young men are buying “Facial Fitness” chewing gum that promises to bulk up their jawlines. But dentists say the products are not particularly effective or safe. By Callie Holtermann A square ...

Inflammation of the gingiva is one of the most common and routine findings in dental practice. These routine appearances of inflammatory gingivae can show peculiarity when associated with an ...