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Drug induced gingival enlargement in a Stroke Patient - A Case Report
Authors Name:
Dr Sruthy Prathap
, Dr Prathap M.S , Dr Santhosh Kumar.C
Unique Id:
IJSDR2303164
Published In:
Volume 8 Issue 3, March-2023
Abstract:
Drug-induced gingival overgrowth (DIGO), also referred to as drug-induced gingival enlargement, and previously known as drug-induced gingival hyperplasia, is a noted side-effect of certain drugs given for non-dental uses where the gingival tissue is not the intended target organ. Drug-induced gingival overgrowth (DIGO) is a pathological growth of gingival tissue, primarily associated with calcium channel blockers and immunosuppressants. The key offending drug classes are anticonvulsants, immunosuppressants, and calcium channel blockers.Consequently, it is mainly seen in cardiovascular and transplanted patients. Gingival overgrowth impedes proper dental hygiene and, apart from the cosmetic damage, causes painful chewing and eating
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"Drug induced gingival enlargement in a Stroke Patient - A Case Report", International Journal of Science & Engineering Development Research (www.ijsdr.org), ISSN:2455-2631, Vol.8, Issue 3, page no.992 - 995, March-2023, Available :http://www.ijsdr.org/papers/IJSDR2303164.pdf
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Published Paper ID: IJSDR2303164
Registration ID:204484
Published In: Volume 8 Issue 3, March-2023
DOI (Digital Object Identifier):
Page No: 992 - 995
Publisher: IJSDR | www.ijsdr.org
ISSN Number: 2455-2631
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