Gingival Enlargements Overview

An increase in the volume of the gum tissue, making it appear excessively grown.

A type of gingival enlargement that affects only a specific area of the gums.

A type of gingival enlargement that affects the entire gum tissue.

A type of gingival enlargement that primarily affects the gum tissue near the crown of the tooth.

A type of inflammatory and fibrous enlargement that occurs in the interdental papilla and is often caused by elevated hormone levels.

A type of gingivitis caused by an infection, usually by streptococcus.

A type of gingivitis seen during puberty, often under poor oral hygiene conditions.

A type of gingivitis seen during pregnancy, often under poor oral hygiene conditions.

A fibrous growth on the gingiva, potentially containing bone and cementum. More common in women and typically requires excision.

A tumor-like gingival enlargement arising from minor trauma. Characterized by a red, ulcerated, spherical appearance with pus discharge.

A benign growth on the gingiva, typically pedunculated or attached to a wide base.

A type of gingivitis characterized by redness, friability, and easy bleeding. Often associated with plasma cells.

Gingival enlargement caused by poorly fitting dentures, often in elderly patients. Characterized by bleeding and a fissured appearance.

Gingival swelling caused by vitamin C deficiency. Features include marginal gingivitis, bleeding, pseudomembrane formation, and edema.

Gingivitis seen in individuals who breathe through their mouth. Affects the anterior gingiva, often in young people.

Gingival enlargement triggered by certain medications, including phenytoin, cyclosporine, and nifedipine. Plaque and irritation can exacerbate the condition.

A type of lip condition where the lips get irritated and peel due to contact with substances like lipsticks, certain medications, toothpaste, and even some foods or lip creams.

A common type of cheilitis that is caused by prolonged exposure to sunlight, often affecting the lower lip.

A type of cheilitis characterized by fissures, peeling, and crust formation on the lips, often associated with conditions like Candida albicans, oral sepsis, stress, and biting the lips.

A type of cheilitis that starts as a single fissure near the middle of the lower lip and then spreads, forming multiple fissures that appear yellow-white or ulcerated with hemorrhagic crusts.

A type of cheilitis often seen in young women, where stress and tension are potential contributing factors.

Treating contact cheilitis involves identifying and eliminating the substance causing the allergy.

Topical steroids are used to provide temporary relief for contact cheilitis.

Actinic cheilitis, a precancerous condition, can be prevented by applying sunscreen.

Refers to the condition involving inflammation of the skin and labial mucosa at the corners of the mouth, often seen in individuals over 50 and associated with dentures.

A common site for these lesions is where the mental nerve distributes, particularly around the mental foramen. Often associated with a history of nerve severance.

It's a pedunculated tumor, often seen in the anterior maxilla of newborns.

This condition can be caused by various factors including anemia, poor oral hygiene, broad-spectrum antibiotics, decreased vertical dimension, B group vitamin deficiencies, diabetes mellitus, xerostomia, and Sjogren's syndrome.

Treat the underlying causes, such as diabetes or anemia. Ensure good oral hygiene. Correct the vertical dimension if needed. Use topical antifungal creams, like miconazole. Keep dentures in hypochlorite solution (bleach) or chlorhexidine solution to prevent candida infections.

These lesions are painful and require surgical excision. They often occur due to nerve severance.

These lesions are often treated by surgical excision. This tumor is a benign condition.

The tongue's role in shaping the lower jaw, which is influenced by the pressure exerted by tongue muscles.

The tongue's ability to remove food debris from the gums and teeth, contributing to oral hygiene.

The tongue's secretion of saliva, which keeps the mouth moist.

The tongue's involvement in the body's defense mechanism through its secretory immunoglobulin system.

The tongue's role in sucking, crucial for infants to feed from bottles or breasts.

The tongue's various functions, including speech, chewing, digestion, taste, and protection.

The tongue's muscles that are attached to other structures outside the tongue and help with movement and positioning.

The tongue's muscles that are located within the tongue itself and responsible for its shape and movement.

A condition characterized by pain, burning, or itching on the tongue, often caused by nutritional deficiencies, anemias, dry mouth, or metal poisoning.

A condition where the tongue is unable to move properly, commonly resulting from central nervous system issues like tumors, syphilis, or stroke. The paralyzed tongue will turn towards the healthy side when protruded.

A condition where the tongue muscles involuntarily contract and tremble. It can be an early sign of general paralysis, or a symptom of various diseases.

A condition where the tongue experiences a loss of sensation. This can happen after injuries, due to infections, during anesthesia procedures, or from nerve damage during tooth extraction.

An abnormal sensation in the tongue, often described as numbness, burning, tingling, or needle-prick feeling. It may be triggered by irritation of the lingual nerve.

A condition where the ability to taste is reduced (hypogeusia) or completely lost (ageusia). This can be caused by central or peripheral lesions, affecting the tongue mucosa, nose, or middle ear. It can be a symptom in the later stages of syphilis.

A condition where the tongue exhibits multiple wart-like raised lesions on its upper surface. It can be easily confused with Median Rhomboid Glossitis.

A condition where the tongue's midline features a raised, diamond-shaped area, often mistaken for Condyloma Acuminatum.