DOI: 10.36347/sjds.2015.v02i02.008

Pages: 140-143

Abstract: Gingival overgrowth, also synonymous with the terms gingival hyperplasia or hypertrophy, is defined as an abnormal overgrowth of gingival tissues. Gingival enlargement holds a unique position in the literature as it is seen associated with different local and systemic factors. These conditions generally respond well to conservative tissue management and plaque control is considered as corner stone in the management of such gingival overgrowths. The aim of reporting this case was to lay the importance of treatment for inflammatory gingival enlargement and its maintenance protocol that improve the esthestics and masticatory function of a patient.