Mesh term Fibromatosis, Gingival
Browse to parent terms:Gingival Overgrowth
Mouth Abnormalities
Description
Generalized or localized diffuse fibrous overgrowth of the gingival tissue, usually transmitted as an autosomal dominant trait, but some cases are idiopathic and others produced by drugs. The enlarged gingiva is pink, firm, and has a leather-like consistency with a minutely pebbled surface and in severe cases the teeth are almost completely covered and the enlargement projects into the oral vestibule. (Dorland, 28th ed)Search for this term in our Faculty Database
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