title: Differential diagnosis of localized tumors of the gingiva.
abstract: Localized tumors arising from the periodontal structures are commonly seen in the oral cavity. Although not a daily occurrence, these tumors will probably be encountered by all practitioners during their professional lives. The majority of localized tumors arising from the periodontal structures are benign, but early recognition and treatment are imperative to prevent invasion and destruction of the surrounding structures.
authors.affiliation: AFSC Regional Hospital, Eglin Air Force Base, Florida.
authors.forename: F H
authors.initials: FH
authors.lastname: Brown
authors.forename: G D
authors.initials: GD
authors.lastname: Houston
mesh_terms: D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D005887:Gingival Neoplasms / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000473:pathology; D006099:Granuloma / Q000175:diagnosis; D006101:Granuloma, Giant Cell / Q000175:diagnosis; D006801:Humans; D009808:Odontogenic Tumors / Q000175:diagnosis