Comprehensive Review On Gingival Enlargement And Its Management

Abstract

Gingival enlargement, a condition marked by increased gingival size, presents significant diagnostic and therapeutic challenges due to its multifactorial etiology. This review explores the various causes of gingival enlargement, including inflammatory processes, drug reactions, systemic conditions, and neoplastic growths. Clinical features vary from soft, bleeding tissues in inflammatory cases to firm, fibrotic overgrowths in drug-induced instances. Diagnosis involves medical history, clinical examination, radiographic assessment, and histopathological evaluation. Management strategies are tailored to the underlying cause and range from improving oral hygiene and modifying local factors to surgical interventions such as gingivectomy, gingivoplasty, and periodontal flap surgery. Effective postoperative care and regular follow-up are essential for successful outcomes. Emphasizing prevention and integrating evidence-based practices, this review aims to enhance the management of gingival enlargement, improving patient care and quality of life.