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This case report aims to emphasize the diagnosis and management of plasma cell gingivitis associated with cheilitis.

August 1, 2026CureusOpen Access

Plasma Cell Gingivitis With Cheilitis in an Adolescent: A Case Report

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Case report highlights the need for biopsy and screening in oral inflammatory disorders with cheilitis.

This case report aims to emphasize the diagnosis and management of plasma cell gingivitis associated with cheilitis.
Clinical examination noted gingival enlargement and lip swelling in an 18-year-old female
Biopsy revealed a plasma-cell-rich inflammatory infiltrate
Hematological screening ruled out systemic diseases like leukemia
Postoperative follow-up showed regression of both gingival enlargement and lip swelling
Initial therapies included non-surgical periodontal treatments, which were inadequate
Gingivectomy was performed without the need for adjuvant therapies

Karnik et al. (2026) studied this question.

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