There are several causes for this condition, but it’s often a
Gingival hyperplasia (overgrowth of gums) is found to be associated with 363 drugs and 253 conditions by eHealthMe
The reported causes of GH vary and include plaque accumulation, genetic predisposition, hormonal changes, and presentation secondary to the use of specific medications
The nurse has taught a client who is receiving lamotrigine about possible adverse effects
Anorexia Gingival hyperplasia is a term used to describe the abnormal growth of excessive gum tissue
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The records of 5,000 dental patients were reviewed for history of verapamil use between 1987 and 1990
The patient was started on an antiepileptic medication 6 weeks ago
Gingival hyperplasia is found, especially among people who are female, 20-29 old, also take Tegretol and have Depression
Nifedipine and other calcium channel blockers
Gabapentin, which is an antiepileptic drug, may cause visual and speech changes, edema, and dizziness
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The three important factors in the expression of gingival changes include drug variables, plaque
Gingival hyperplasia can happen due to various causes, including plaque buildup or oral inflammation, side effects from medication, and systemic conditions such as Crohn’s disease
Hyperplasia is characterized by diffuse, relatively avascular smooth or nodular enlargement of the gingiva, which may almost cover some teeth
The underlying mechanism of gingival enlargement still remains to be fully understood
Through a systematic review of the literature, we explored the effects of AEDs on the oral health of patients with epilepsy
Gingival enlargment describes a condition that occurs when the size of the gingiva increases
Other drug groups like calcium channel blockers, such as nefidipine, amlodipine, verapamil and immunosuppressants, such as cyclosporine, have been known to cause gingival hyperplasia
Patients with mal-positioned teeth, periodontal disease, and poor oral hygiene are at risk Definition