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GlossaryGingival Hyperplasia (Gingival Overgrowth)

excessive growth of gum tissue around the teeth

Gingival Hyperplasia, also known as Gingival Overgrowth, is a condition characterized by an excessive growth of gum tissue around the teeth. This can be caused by factors such as certain medications (e.g., anticonvulsants, immunosuppressants, and calcium channel blockers), hormonal changes, or chronic inflammation due to plaque buildup. The overgrown gums can make oral hygiene difficult, potentially leading to periodontal disease if not managed properly.

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Some antiseizure medications can cause cosmetic problems like hair loss, excessive hair growth, acne, and gum overgrowth.

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14 citations, April 2017 in “American Journal of Transplantation”

Skin problems from transplant drugs are common and need careful management in organ transplant patients.

research PC040: Amalgam Tattoo of the Oral Mucosa

June 2018 in “Journal of Clinical Periodontology”

Finasteride may cause gum problems, but stopping the drug can improve these issues.

research Cyclosporine-Induced Gingival Hyperplasia in a Patient With Lichen Planopilaris: Misfortunes Never Come Singly

July 2023 in “Curēus”

A patient's gum problems worsened after using cyclosporine for a scalp condition, but improved with a lower dose.

Effects of the Anti-Androgen Finasteride on 5α-Reduction of Androgens in the Presence of Progesterone in Human Gingival Fibroblasts: Modulatory Actions of the Alkaline Phosphatase Inhibitor Levamisole

research Effects of the Anti-Androgen Finasteride on 5α-Reduction of Androgens in the Presence of Progesterone in Human Gingival Fibroblasts: Modulatory Actions of the Alkaline Phosphatase Inhibitor Levamisole

9 citations, August 2000 in “Journal of Periodontal Research”

Finasteride reduces testosterone conversion, progesterone lessens this, and levamisole enhances finasteride's effect.

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