[Gingival hypertrophy during orthodontic treatment: contribution of external bevel gingivectomy. Case report].

Abstract

Gingival enlargement is a condition that commonly develops during orthodontic treatment. Orthodontic appliances are irritation and retention plaque factors holding up oral hygiene and control of gingival inflammation. Two cases of gingival hypertrophy in young Senegalese females undergoing orthodontic treatment with fixed appliances are described and treated by gingivectomy. This surgical procedure have led to morphological conditions of gingiva allowing better plaque control and the orthodontic treatment going on. Periodical controls in child and adolescent are required for healthy periodontium during orthodontic therapy. Collaboration between orthodontist and periodontist is one of the most important keys to successful treatment.

• Authors: H M Benoist, P I Ngom, A Seck-Diallo, P D Diallo
• Journal: Odonto-stomatologie tropicale = Tropical dental journal (Odontostomatol Trop) Vol. 30 Issue 120 Pg. 42-6 (Dec 2007) ISSN: 0251-172X [Print] Senegal
• Vernacular Title: L'hypertrophie gingivale au cours du traitement orthodontique: apport de la gingivectomie à biseau externe. Rapport de cas.
• PMID: 18369032 (Publication Type: Case Reports, English Abstract, Journal Article)

Topics

• Adolescent
• Dental Plaque (complications, etiology)
• Female
• Gingival Hypertrophy (etiology, surgery)
• Gingivectomy (methods)
• Gingivoplasty (methods)
• Humans
• Orthodontic Brackets (adverse effects)
• Senegal