title: AAOMP case challenge: a solitary gingival nodule.
abstract: A 38-year-old Hispanic female presented for evaluation of a gingival nodule of eight months duration. The nodule, which was slightly painful to palpation, had increased in size over time. The patient denied any history of trauma to the area.
authors.forename: Michele C
authors.initials: MC
authors.lastname: Ravenel
authors.forename: Terry
authors.initials: T
authors.lastname: Nichols
authors.forename: Brad W
authors.initials: BW
authors.lastname: Neville
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D005882:Gingival Diseases / Q000473:pathology*; D006801:Humans; D008334:Mandible