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Types and characteristics of gingival enlargements

One of the common symptoms of gingival disorders is gingival hypertrophy. However, the practitioner finds it difficult to diagnose these entities because of their diverse manifestations. According to their etiology and pathogenesis, site, volume, severity, etc., they can be grouped. A differential diagnosis can be made using the available information and clinical experience. The practitioner then provides a definitive diagnosis or a diagnosis of elimination following a thorough examination. The care of these lesions and the control of their recurrence entirely rely on an accurate diagnosis, so it is crucial. Further, a proper diagnosis of these enlargements may save the patient's life or at the very least initiate therapy early and enhance their quality of life in situations when gingival enlargement (GE) may be the first indicator of possibly deadly systemic disorders.  When making a differential diagnosis of local (isolated, discrete, regional) or widespread GE, one can maintain a broad perspective by being conscious of the presence of typical and uncommon GE forms.