Oral Contraceptives Induced Gingival Overgrowth – A Clinical Case Report

Author:

Mahajan Anushi1,Sood Ritesh2

Affiliation:

1. MDS, Assistant Professor, Dept. of Periodontology, Christian Dental College, Ludhiana, Punjab, India

2. MDS. Consultant, Dept. of Dentistry, Fortis hospital, Ludhiana, Punjab, India

Abstract

Aim: The purpose of this article is to report a case of drug induced gingival enlargement due to oral contraceptives, managed by nonsurgical periodontal therapy. Background: Drug-induced gingival overgrowth remains the most widespread unwanted effect of systemic medication on the periodontal tissues. Hormones are specific regulatory molecules that modulate a host of body functions. Oral contraceptives that contain estrogen and/or progesterone are associated with gingival enlargement. Report: A 32-year-old female presented with a complaint of swelling of the gingiva with spontaneous bleeding in the mandibular anterior region for a period of two years. The health history documented the use of contraceptives for two years, and a clinical examination revealed the existence of poor oral hygiene and enlarged painful gingival tissues that bled when touched. Summary: Females on oral contraceptives can be considered as a “risk group” for periodontal diseases. Not all females on oral contraceptives respond in similar way. Plaque control is the most important procedure in periodontal therapy. Although the initial picture presented the possibility of surgical intervention, the clinical problems were resolved with non-surgical treatment. Another factor contributing to response to therapy is patient compliance. The patient followed home care instructions well and was effective in personal oral hygiene measures. Keywords: Gingival enlargement, Sex hormones, Oral contraceptives.

Publisher

Proskolar Publishers

Subject

General Medicine,General Chemistry

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