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Gingival Overgrowth: Part 2: Management Strategies VERIFIABLE CPD PAPER PRACTICE Gingival overgrowth: Part 2: management strategies J. Chesterman,*1 J. Beaumont,1 M. Kellett1 and K. Durey1 In brief Suggests that gingival overgrowth Highlights that failure of cause- Demonstrates that surgical techniques Suggests that a variety of management requires a structured related treatment to eliminate may include a gingivectomy or apically techniques may be used to perform approach including preventative, non- aesthetic, functional and speech repositioned flap. a gingivectomy including scalpel, surgical cause-related therapy and in related complications of gingival electrosurgery and laser methods. some cases surgical interventions. overgrowth is likely to indicate surgical intervention. The effective and predictable management of gingival overgrowth requires correct diagnosis and consideration of aetiological factors, as discussed in Part 1 (BDJ 2017; 222: 85–91). Initial management should involve cause-related therapy, which may resolve or reduce the lesion. If functional, aesthetic and maintenance complications persist following this phase; further treatment may be required in the form of surgery. This paper discusses management strategies, including management of aetiological factors and surgical techniques. Complications diagnosis is confirmed, for example in cases of Basic periodontal examination (BPE) may suspected malignancy. not be reliable in patients with gingival over- Gingival overgrowth can affect function, growth due to ‘false pocketing’. Removal of resulting in difficulties with speech and Management strategies hard calculus deposits and disruption of the mastication. More severe forms of fibrous plaque biofilm by scaling using ultrasonic or overgrowth, such as hereditary gingival Management of gingival overgrowth can be hand instruments is also beneficial in order to fibromatosis may result in a diastema, described in two phases. The first, cause- create an environment to promote optimal oral tooth malposition, retention of primary related therapy, involves attempts to modify hygiene. Where there is evidence of attachment teeth, delayed eruption, malocclusions, and aetiological factors. This is followed by a period loss due to periodontitis, root surface debride- prominent and incompetent lips.1 of review, after which a second surgical phase ment is indicated. Where there is advanced Altered gingival anatomy is likely to restrict may be considered if the condition persists. periodontitis, teeth of hopeless prognosis access for plaque control, leaving individu- should be extracted (Figs 1a–e). als predisposed to periodontal disease and Phase 1: Cause-related therapy halitosis.1 This coupled with poor aesthetics, Adjustment of plaque retentive factors may have a detrimental psychological impact Local factors Intraoral features that increase the challenge on the patient. Oral hygiene instruction and non-surgical of maintaining optimal plaque control should Where possible, early intervention is likely periodontal therapy be modified or eliminated where possible. to limit these consequences. As described in All patients should undergo oral health This may include the replacement of over- paper 1 of this series, multidisciplinary input education in order to tailor a preventative contoured restorations and the modification or onward referral on an urgent basis may be regime to optimise plaque control and reduce of prostheses or appliances to reduce gingival required. All patients will, however, benefit plaque-related gingival inflammation. coverage. from basic dental advice, even if the decision The correct use of a manual or electric tooth- Where it is not possible to eliminate plaque is made to delay professional intervention until brush, with mechanical interdental techniques retentive factors, detailed oral hygiene instruc- is important to effectively reduce the plaque tion should be provided to assist the patient presence.2,3 Toothpastes aid plaque removal in cleaning around the prostheses. Additional 1Leeds Dental Institute, Restorative Dentistry, The Worsley Building, Clarendon Way, Leeds, LS2 9LU and some contain pharmacological agents supportive care may be required with an *Correspondence to: J. Beaumont (ie triclosan) to reduce bacterial load.4 Many increased frequency of recall interval for pro- Email: [email protected] patients with impaired ability to perform oral fessional debridement.5 Refereed Paper. Accepted 31 October 2016 hygiene measures will benefit from additional Some patients will not be able to achieve DOI: 10.1038/sj.bdj.2017.111 chemical measures such as 0.2% chlorhexidine an optimal level of oral hygiene; however, ©British Dental Journal 2017; 222: 159-165 gel or mouthwash.2,3 providing intense oral hygiene instruction and BRITISH DENTAL JOURNAL | VOLUME 222 NO. 3 | FEBRUARY 10 2017 159 ©2017 British Dental Associati on. All ri ghts reserved. PRACTICE Fig. 1 (a–e) This 60-year-old patient presented with gingival overgrowth and severe chronic periodontal disease including a perio- endodontic lesion 43, 13. The patient was also prescribed amlodipine and had type 2 diabetes. With supportive oral hygiene advice, selective extractions and non-surgical treatment the overgrowth is eliminated and periodontal disease stabilised hyperplasia (FIH). To prevent such lesions it has been suggested that complete dentures are replaced at five year intervals.7 Where an area of hyperplasia has developed, initial conservative management involves removing the irritant. This may mean polishing or adjusting the denture flange so that it is well clear of the lesion. Ultimately, the patient is likely to require new dentures, however; it is advantageous to delay this until there has been some resolution of the area. This will aid impression taking and ensure that the prosthe- sis can be optimally extended. Abscesses Immediate management of fluctuant swellings may include incision and drainage, with adjunc- Fig. 2 (a) This 35-year-old patient with learning difficulties and prescribed amlodipine tive antibiotics if there is evidence of systemic presented with poor oral hygiene and associated long standing gingival overgrowth; (b) spread of infection. Adjacent teeth should be Upper arch treated with surgical gingivectomy 7 days post-operative; (c) Lower arch treated assessed to determine aetiology and the most with NSPT alone at 3/12 review; (d) 10 week periodontal review showing improvement in overgrowth but persistent poor oral hygiene and associated gingival inflammation appropriate long-term treatment option. This may include extraction or root canal treatment where there is endodontic involvement, or in non-surgical periodontal treatment will still appliances are likely to hinder plaque control cases where aetiology is periodontal, non- benefit their overall gingival and periodontal which may exacerbate any existing periodon- surgical therapy and subgingival debridement health. Figure 2 is a patient with learning dif- tal problems.5,6 It is therefore important to as described previously. ficulties with drug influenced gingival over- optimise periodontal condition prior to ortho- growth and poor oral hygiene. In this case, oral dontics and provide additional supportive care Systemic factors hygiene advice, full mouth non-surgical peri- as needed for the duration of treatment. Where gingival overgrowth is related to an odontal treatment and a gingivectomy in the underlying systemic condition, medical man- maxilla has reduced the gingival overgrowth. Denture follow-up agement of this will often improve gingival Patients with existing gingival overgrowth Regular dental attendance, particularly after manifestations, reducing the need for interven- who require orthodontic treatment pose a immediate denture provision, will allow tion from the dental team. This is discussed in clinical challenge and may benefit from a mul- assessment and intervention to reduce the part I. Systemic states such as pregnancy and tidisciplinary approach. Fixed or removable risk of denture-induced fibrous inflammatory puberty, are transient and by ensuring control 160 BRITISH DENTAL JOURNAL | VOLUME 222 NO. 3 | FEBRUARY 10 2017 ©2017 British Dental Associati on. All ri ghts reserved. PRACTICE Fig. 3 (a–c) 21-year-old patient diagnosed Sturge-Weber Syndrome affecting the left side and is associated with localised gingival enlargement of the maxillary gingival tissues on this side. Caution must be taken prior to any surgical intervention due to a significant bleeding risk; (d–e) Following oral hygiene advice and NSPT there has been some improvement to the general gingival health, however, no resolution of the gingival enlargement of local factors as detailed above, spontane- Consideration may be given to substituting 109/L, a platelet transfusion may be required ous resolution may occur with time. Dietary the medication implicated for an alternative to reduce the risk of haemorrhage depending advice or supplements may be necessary to drug or reducing the dose. Generally, this is a on the degree of inflammation and interven- treat Vitamin C deficiency. medical decision and should be made by the tion planned.12 Post-operatively, local haemo- Granulomatous diseases require specialist patient’s GMP or specialists involved in their static measures, tranexamic acid and further medical input and if suspected, referral should care.8 Although medication change may be transfusion may be required.12 Similarly, if be made urgently. Conditions such as neu- ideal in dental terms, priority should be given
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