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Irritation fibroma of tongue: a case report

Int J Res Med Sci. 2016;4(4):1272-1273.DOI10.18203/2320-6012.ijrms20160823

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Abstract

Reactive hyperplastic outgrowths are seen in the oral cavity due to chronic irritation by plaque, calculus, overhanging margins, trauma and dental appliances.  Irritation fibroma represents a reactive focal fibrous hyperplasia due to trauma or local irritation. We report a case of irritation fibroma of right lateral border of tongue in a 46-year-old female.

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  1. Department of Transfusion Medicine, Nizam’s Istitute of Medical Sciences, Hyderabad, Telangana
  2. Department of Oral Pathology, MNR Dental College and Hospital, Sangareddy, Telangana
  3. Maheshwara Medical College and Hospital, Patancheru, Telangana
  4. Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Maitri Dental College and Hospital, Anjora, Chattisgarh

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