Denture-induced fibrous hyperplasia. Treatment with carbon dioxide laser and a two year follow-up.
Denture-induced fibrous hyperplasia (DIFH) is a persistent lesion caused mostly by the prolonged wear of an ill-fitting, over-extended denture. Although the condition frequently coexists with denture stomatitis, it is a distinct entity with a different protocol for management. The article describes successful treatment for a case of DIFH using carbon dioxide laser and a two year follow-up. The inherent advantages of using carbon dioxide laser over conventional surgical techniques are discussed.
Meenakshi Ammal Dental College, Chennai, and GEM Head & Neck Hospital, Thirunelveli, India. naveenkumarj@hotmail.com
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Naveen Kumar
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Bhaskaran
D000368:Aged; D002245:Carbon Dioxide; D003827:Denture, Complete, Upper / Q000009:adverse effects*; D005260:Female; D005355:Fibrosis; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D006965:Hyperplasia; D053685:Laser Therapy; D008046:Lip / Q000473:pathology* / Q000601:surgery; D009061:Mouth Mucosa / Q000473:pathology* / Q000601:surgery; D016896:Treatment Outcome
D002245:Carbon Dioxide