Fibroma - A misnomer : Case Series

  • Verghese R
  • Ramesh A
  • Bhandary R
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Objectives: Fibromas are proliferative fibrous lesions of the gingiva and oral mucosa that may cause esthetic and functional problems. Fibrous hyperplasia and Fibro-epithelial hyperplasia are histological variants of these non-neoplasticlesionsMethods: This article addresses the diagnosis, histological features and treatment of two cases of fibroma.Results: These lesions are a result of trauma/chronic irritation, or arise from cells of periodontium,periodontal ligament, or periosteum.Conclusion: The cases demonstrate the need for proper diagnosis, role of biopsy and histologic evaluation in management of these lesions

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Verghese, R., Ramesh, A., Bhandary, R., Thomas, B., & Philip, N. L. (2015). Fibroma - A misnomer : Case Series. Journal of Health and Allied Sciences NU, 05(04), 083–087. https://doi.org/10.1055/s-0040-1703941

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