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Peripheral ossifying fibroma: A rare case affecting maxillary region.

Authors :
Ashok, Sahana
Gupta, Anish Ashok
Ashok, K. P.
Mhaske, Shubhangi Ashok
Source :
Indian Journal of Dentistry; Sep2016, Vol. 7 Issue 3, p141-143, 3p
Publication Year :
2016

Abstract

Focal gingival enlargements are a diverse group of lesions with almost similar clinical presentation but varied etiology and histopathology. The actual cause of peripheral ossifying fibroma (POF) has been debated over many years. POFs are usually seen in childhood and younger ages. There is a slight female predilection. It is usually localized, rarely generalized. Usually, the treatment option is only surgical excision with minimal chances of recurrence. Here, we report a case of POF of the right maxillary posterior region with a review of literature. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0975962X
Volume :
7
Issue :
3
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Indian Journal of Dentistry
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
118034429
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.4103/0975-962X.186701