Different Treatment Modalities For Drug Induced Gingival Overgrowth: A Case Series

Authors

  • Jainny Mehta Post Graduate Student 3rd Yr, Manubhai Patel Dental College & Hospital, Vadodara- 390011, India
  • Gaurav Bakutra Senior Lecturer, Manubhai Patel Dental College & Hospital, Vadodara- 390011, India
  • Sarath Chandran Head And Professor, Manubhai Patel Dental College & Hospital, Vadodara- 390011, India
  • Shivlal Vishnoi Reader, Manubhai Patel Dental College & Hospital, Vadodara- 390011, India

Keywords:

Amlodipine, Gingivectomy, Gingival hyperplasia, Calcium channel blockers.

Abstract

Gingival overgrowth is a well documented adverse effect associated with three major classes of drugs that are, anticonvulsants, calcium channel blockers, and immunosuppressants. Eventhough the anding of pathogenesis of drug induced gingival overgrowth (DIGO) is well understood, its treatment still remains a challenge for the periodontists and treatment is still largely limited to maintenance of improved level of oral hygiene and surgical removal of overgrown tissue. Thus, it is important to discuss this issue with their medical colleagues and to practice care while prescribing the drugs associated with gingival overgrowth. This case series highlights the various treatment modalities for different patients.

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Published

2018-05-16

How to Cite

Mehta, J., Bakutra, G., Chandran, S., & Vishnoi, S. (2018). Different Treatment Modalities For Drug Induced Gingival Overgrowth: A Case Series. National Journal of Integrated Research in Medicine, 9(2), 106–109. Retrieved from http://nicpd.ac.in/ojs-/index.php/njirm/article/view/2327

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Case Report