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Introduction: Hereditary gingival fibromatosis (HGF) is a rare condition presenting varied degrees of gingival enlargement. HGF can present as an isolated entity or as part of a syndrome. Current literatures report a defect in the Son of sevenless-1 gene (SOS-1) on chromosome 2p21-p22 (HGF1) as a possible cause of this condition. Case report: A case of a 16-year-old female is reported who presented generalized extensive gingival overgrowth, involving the maxillary and mandibular arches covering almost two thirds to three quarters of all teeth. Diagnosis of HGF was substantiated by the patient's clinical features, family history and histopathological examination. Treatment was excision of the gingival tissue by a modified gingivectomy technique with both manual instrumentation and electrosurgery. The postoperative course was uneventful and the patient's aesthetic concerns were addressed. Post-surgical follow-up after 18 months demonstrated no recurrence. Conclusion: Hereditary gingival fibromatosis stands apart from other gingival enlargements in the varied treatment options available and the nature of recurrence post treatment. There is no consensus among authors related to the mode of treatment. Here, in this present case report we highlight a novel surgical technique to deal with the extensive nature of enlargement seen in HGF cases.
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Introduction: To present a case of a patient presenting with the hipoplastic type of amelogenesis imperfecta, a hereditary disorder that disturbs the formation of the dental enamel both in the primary and the permanent dentition resulting in poor development or complete absence of the enamel of the teeth. Discussion and conclusions: Amelogenesis imperfecta occurs in the general population in the approximate range of 1 in 14.000 to 1 in 16.000. Dental features associated with AI include: quantitative and qualitative enamel deficiencies, pulpal calcification, taurodontism and root malformations; failed tooth eruption and impaction of permanent teeth; progressive root and crown resorption; congenitally missing teeth; and anterior and posterior open bite occlusions. The disorder may create unaesthetic appearance, dental sensitivity and loss of occlusal vertical dimension. The complexity of the management of patients with AI supports the suggestion the dental profession should have appropriate methods for the rehabilitation of rare dental disorders. The treatment of patients with AI should start with early diagnosis and intervention to prevent later restorative problems.
Objetivos: Apresentar um caso de paciente acometido pelo tipo hipoplásico de amelogenesis imperfecta,doença hereditária que afeta a formação do esmalte dentário, tanto na dentição primária como na permanente,resultando em desenvolvimento deficiente ou ausência completa do esmalte nos dentes. Discussãoe conclusões: A amelogenesis imperfecta ocorre na proporção de 1:14.000 a 1:16.000 na população emgeral. Aspectos dentários associados a esse distúrbio incluem: deficiências qualitativas e quantitativas deesmalte; calcificações pulpares; taurodontismo e más-formações radiculares; falhas na erupção dentária einclusão de permanentes; reabsorção progressiva coronal e radicular; ausências congênitas de dentes e oclusõescom mordidas abertas anteriores e posteriores. A desordem pode causar aspecto antiestético, sensibilidadedentária e perda de dimensão vertical. A complexidade do tratamento de pacientes sugere que a profissãoodontológica deve buscar métodos apropriados para a reabilitação em casos da ocorrência dessadoença rara. O tratamento deve começar com diagnóstico e intervenção precoces para prevenir dificuldadesde restauração com a evolução dos casos.
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Humans , Male , Young Adult , Amelogenesis Imperfecta , Dental Enamel Hypoplasia , Open Bite , Dental Enamel , Incisor , Radiography, PanoramicABSTRACT
OBJECTIVE: To present a case and discuss the clinicopathological characteristics of nasopalatine duct cyst and discuss the etiology, diagnosis, treatment and prognosis, with a review of the literature. DISCUSSION: Nasopalatine duct cyst occurs in approximately 1% of the population. Presentation may be asymptomatic or include swelling, pain, and drainage from the hard palate. Surgical treatment was carried out under local anesthesia and comprised the dissection and removal of the cyst adopting a usually palatine approach.
OBJETIVO: Apresentar um caso e discutir as características clínico-patológicas do cisto de ducto nasopalatino, discutinfo a etiologia, diagnóstico, tratamento e prognóstico, revisando a literatura. DISCUSSÃO: Os cistos naso-palatinos ocorrem em aproximadamente 1% da população. A apresentação pode ser assintomática ou incluir edema, dor e drenagem purulenta do palato duro. O tratamento cirúrgico foi sob anestesia local e constituiu de dissecção e remoção do cisto, via acesso palatino.