Treatment of localized gingival erythema
Müller, P.L.; Ettlin, D.A.; Attin, T.; Schmidlin, P.R.
Schweizer Monatsschrift für Zahnmedizin 119(3): 259-269
2009
ISSN/ISBN: 0256-2855 PMID: 19408528 Document Number: 628941
Forms of a localized erythema can be observed occasionally as an expression of inflamed gingiva. It is characterized by a localized sharply demarcated and painless swelling of the gingiva with considerable redness. The differential diagnosis is not unequivocal and appropriate diagnosis and therapy are a challenge. In the present case presentation we report on three cases, which showed good disease remission after simple antiseptic prophylactic measures. Based on the available literature possible etiologic factors are reviewed and a pragmatic treatment strategy is discussed.