Peripheral Gingiva Giant Cell Granuloma: A Differential Diagnosis Approach among Gingival Overgrowths: A Case Report and a Brief Review of the Literature

Abstract

Peripheral giant cell granuloma is the most common jaw located giant cell lesion. It originates from periosteum or from periodontal membrane as a response to local irritation or chronic trauma. It appears as a firm, soft or elastic nodule, sessile or pedunculated. Early and accurate diagnosis leads to sufficient management, minimizing possible damage of the adjacent tissues.

Keywords

• peripheral giant cell granuloma
• overgrowths
• gingival
• tumour
• gingival