Surgical Removal of an Oral Pyogenic Granuloma and Subsequent Root Coverage With a Pedicle Graft

Authors: Oliveira, Thais M.¹; Greghi, Sebastião L.A.¹; Taveria, Luís A.A.¹; Santos, Carlos F.¹; Machado, Maria Aparecida A.M.¹; Silva, Salete M.B.¹

Source: Journal of Dentistry for Children, Volume 75, Number 1, January-April 2008 , pp. 55-58(4)

Publisher: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry

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Abstract:

Pyogenic granuloma (PG) is a lesion characterized by non-neoplastic proliferation of endothelial cells, occurring in gingival tissue and representing an excessive reaction of the connective tissue to stimuli or injuries. The purpose of this report was to describe the treatment of an oral pyogenic granuloma, with emphasis on clinical, histopathological, and radiographic aspects. The surgical therapy comprised lesion excision followed by pedicle graft to cover the exposed root surface. The patient's pyogenic granuloma has been under control for a year, and recurrence has not been observed. The permanent teeth erupted correctly and the gingival tissue of both the receptor and donor sites shows a satisfactory clinical appearance.

Keywords: PYOGENIC GRANULOMA; PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY; PEDICLE GRAFT; ROOT COVERAGE

Document Type: Case report

Affiliations: 1: Bauru School of Dentistry, University of São Paulo, Bauru, São Paulo, Brazil

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