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Objetivo: La gingivitis espongiótica es una patología benigna poco común y una entidad clínica patológica poco frecuente que los odontólogos pueden observar durante la atención odontológica. Es importante conocer la misma para poder diagnosticarla adecuadamente, describir sus características clínicas y elaborar un plan para su tratamiento. El objetivo de este artículo es presentar un caso clínico de esta patología poco conocida, describir sus características y su manejo clínico. Caso clínico: Un niño de 7 años que ingresó derivado por su odontólogo a la cátedra de Estomatología de la Facultad de Odontología de la Universidad Nacional de Córdoba, Argentina, presentaba en la encía libre e insertada del maxilar superior una lesión con ausencia de sintomatología y evolución crónica, benigna y con cambios estéticos notorios. Se deriva a la cátedra de Periodoncia para realizar un tratamiento interdisciplinario. Tuvo una respuesta favorable al tratamiento de la lesión, y se realizó un seguimiento periódico de la misma evitando la técnica quirúrgica convencional para su tratamiento.(AU)

Aim: Spongiotic gingivitis is a rare benign pathology and a rare clinical pathological entity that dentists can observe during dental care. It is important to know it to be able to properly diagnose it, describe its clinical characteristics and develop a plan for its treatment. The aim of this article is to present a clinical case of this little-known pathology and describe its characteristics as well as its clinical management. Clinical case: A 7-yeard-old child who was referred by his dentist to the Department of Stomatology of the Faculty of Dentistry of the National University of Córdoba, Argentina, presented a lesion in the free and inserted gingiva of the upper jaw, with absence of symptoms and chronic, benign evolution with notable aesthetic changes. He is referred to the Periodontics department to perform interdisciplinary treatment. He had a favorable response to the treatment of the lesion, and a periodic follow-up was carried out, avoiding the conventional surgical technique for its treatment.(AU)

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Objetivo: La sífilis es una enfermedad de transmisión sexual con una incidencia creciente a nivel mundial. En la sí- filis secundaria, las lesiones orales son frecuentes, siendo a veces la única manifestación. El objetivo de este artículo es presentar una serie de casos clínicos de sífilis con localización predominante o exclusivamente gingival, destacando las ca- racterísticas clínicas más relevantes para su diagnóstico. Casos clínicos: Esta serie de casos clínicos incluyó nueve casos de sífilis secundaria con manifestaciones gingi- vales. El diagnóstico se realizó mediante pruebas serológicas (VDRL, TPPA, FTA-ABS y MHA-TP), y se describieron le- siones tanto gingivales como extragingivales. En la encía se observó sífilis secundaria afectando principalmente la región anterior ­tanto superior como inferior­, presentándose pla- cas rojas o blancas. Algunos casos también presentaban le- siones en otros sitios intraorales, tenían síntomas como dolor o sensación de ardor, o presentaban enfermedad periodontal dependiente de placa. El diagnóstico diferencial de sífilis se- cundaria gingival con condiciones periodontales inespecíficas es fundamental para un diagnóstico adecuado. Por lo tanto, se debe considerar el diagnóstico de sífilis secundaria cuando se enfrentan casos gíngivo-periodontales atípicos en la práctica diaria (AU)

Aim: Syphilis is a sexually transmitted disease with growing incidence worldwide. In secondary syphilis, oral le- sions are common, sometimes being the only manifestation. Gingival features of syphilis are rare and usually present mul- tiple oral lesions. The aim of this article is to present a series of clinical cases of syphilis with predominantly or exclusively gingival localization, highlighting the most relevant clinical characteristics for its diagnosis. Clinical cases: This clinical case series included nine cases of secondary syphilis with gingival manifestations. The diagnosis was made using serological tests (VDRL, TPPA, FTA-ABS, and MHA-TP), and both gingival and extragingi- val lesions were described. Secondary syphilis was observed in the gum, mainly affecting the anterior region ­both up- per and lower­, depicting red or white plaques. Some cases also presented lesions in other intraoral sites, had symptoms such as pain or burning sensation, or showed plaque induced periodontal disease. The differential diagnosis of second- ary syphilis considering non-specific periodontal conditions with gingival involvement is essential for a proper diagnosis. Thus, the diagnosis of secondary syphilis should be consid- ered when dealing with atypical gingivo-periodontal cases in everyday practice (AU)

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The gingival cyst of the adult (GCA) is a rare odontogenic cyst, consisting of 0.3% of all odontogenic cysts. This case report, based on CARE guidelines for case reports, aims to present a case of a 52-year-old female patient with a symptomatic translucent nodule in the upper left anterior gingiva, measuring approximately 6mm. Excisional biopsy was performed, and the histological examination revealed multiple cystic cavities lined by the squamous epithelium of varying thickness with focal areas of nodular thickenings. The presence of clusters of cells with clear cytoplasm within epithelial thickenings was observed. PAS staining was negative in clear cells. The diagnosis of the GCA was established. Despite its rarity, GCA should be considered in the differential diagnosis of gingival lesions. Conservative surgical treatment proved to be effective, with no signs of recurrence.

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Abstract Despite the recognized impact of diet on non-communicable diseases, the association between the Mediterranean diet and periodontal diseases is still uncertain. This study aimed to determine the association between adherence to the Mediterranean Diet Index (MDI) and self-reported gingival health status in Chilean adults, exploring the feasibility of using validated web-based survey questionnaires. Methodology Cross-sectional data were collected from a representative sample of a population of Chilean adults (18-60 years old) using a low-cost and time-saving methodology. By the PsyToolkit platform, anonymous survey data were downloaded and analyzed in bivariate (crude) and backward stepwise selection multivariate logistic regression models adjusted for sociodemographic determinants, smoking, and dental attendance using STATA 17. Odds ratios (OR) [95% confidence intervals] were estimated. Results In total, 351 complete statistical data were mostly obtained from female university students who had never smoked and reported having visited a dentist in the previous year. Multivariate regression models showed an association between MDI and very good/good gingival health status (OR 1.18 [95% CI 1.04-1.34], p=0.013), absence of bleeding on toothbrushing (OR 1.12 [95% CI 1.01-1.25], p=0.035), and absence of clinical signs of gingival inflammation (OR 1.24 [95% CI 1.10-1.40], p<0.001), after controlling for age, sex, educational level, smoking, and dental attendance. Conclusions We associated adherence to the Mediterranean diet with better self-reported gingival health status in a population of Chilean adults in an entirely web-based research environment. Longitudinal studies with random sampling are required to establish the effect of diet on gingival and periodontal health. Nevertheless, this evidence could contribute to the design of low-cost surveillance programs to reduce the burden of periodontal disease and related "common risk factors".

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ABSTRACT The gingival cyst of the adult (GCA) is a rare odontogenic cyst, consisting of 0.3% of all odontogenic cysts. This case report, based on CARE guidelines for case reports, aims to present a case of a 52-year-old female patient with a symptomatic translucent nodule in the upper left anterior gingiva, measuring approximately 6mm. Excisional biopsy was performed, and the histological examination revealed multiple cystic cavities lined by the squamous epithelium of varying thickness with focal areas of nodular thickenings. The presence of clusters of cells with clear cytoplasm within epithelial thickenings was observed. PAS staining was negative in clear cells. The diagnosis of the GCA was established. Despite its rarity, GCA should be considered in the differential diagnosis of gingival lesions. Conservative surgical treatment proved to be effective, with no signs of recurrence.

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Las lesiones orales de tejido blando son infrecuentes en los recién nacidos, pueden conducir a una alimentación, crecimiento, y desarrollo cognitivo inapropiados. El fibroma osificante periférico es una lesión reactiva de la encía, con solo cinco casos reportados en recién nacidos. Objetivo: Reportar un caso de fibroma osificante periférico en un recién nacido, y discutir las complicaciones asociadas a dientes natales/neonatales. Caso clínico: Masculino de 4 meses de edad, mexicano, presentó dos dientes natales que fueron extraídos a los quince días de nacimiento. Posteriormente, se observó un crecimiento de tejido blando en esta área, con dos zonas radiopacas identificadas radiográficamente. Con el diagnóstico presuntivo de lesión reactiva, se procedió a la biopsia excisional, con evolución satisfactoria durante el seguimiento. Conclusiones: El fibroma osificante periférico debe considerarse como una potencial complicación por la presencia o extracción de dientes natales/neonatales, y debe tratarse oportunamente debido a sus repercusiones clínicas.

Lesões de tecidos moles orais são raras em recém-nascidos e podem levar a alimentação inadequada, crescimento e desenvolvimento cognitivo. O fibroma ossificante periférico é uma lesão reativa da gengiva, com apenas cinco casos relatados em recém-nascidos. Objetivo: Relatar um caso de fibroma ossificante periférico em recém-nascido e discutir as complicações associadas aos dentes natais/neonatais. Caso clínico: Um menino mexicano de 4 meses de idade apresentou dois dentes natais que foram extraídos quinze dias após o nascimento. Posteriormente, observou-se crescimento de tecidos moles nesta área, com duas zonas radiopacas identificadas radiograficamente. Com o diagnóstico presuntivo de lesão reativa, foi realizada biópsia excisional, com evolução satisfatória durante o seguimento. Conclusões: O fibroma ossificante periférico deve ser considerado como uma complicação potencial devido à presença ou extração de dentes natais/neonatais, devendo ser tratado prontamente devido às suas repercussões clínicas.

Oral soft tissue injuries are rare in newborns and can lead to inappropriate feeding, growth, and cognitive development. Peripheral ossifying fibroma is a reactive lesion of the gingiva, with only five cases reported in newborns. Objective: To report a case of peripheral ossifying fibroma in a newborn, and to discuss the complications associated with natal/neonatal teeth. Clinical case: A 4-month-old Mexican male presented two natal teeth that were extracted fifteen days after birth. Subsequently, soft tissue growth was observed in this area, with two radiopaque zones radiographically identified. With the presumptive diagnosis of reactive lesion, an excisional biopsy was performed, with satisfactory evolution during follow-up. Conclusions: Peripheral ossifying fibroma should be considered as a potential complication due to the presence or extraction of natal/neonatal teeth, and should be treated promptly due to its clinical repercussions.

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Congenital epulis (CE) is a rare condition in newborns, whose histogenesis remains unclear. It mostly presents as a circumscribed mass in the maxilla alveolar ridge of female neonates and can interfere with their normal breathing and breastfeeding. This benign oral lesion usually appears as a pedunculated nodule covered with normal mucosa that extends from the anterior vestibular alveolar ridge up to the posterior region. There are some pathological conditions that show clinical and histopathological features similar to those of CE, such as granular cell tumor, gingival cyst of the newborn, vascular malformations and others. This case report aimed to describe the clinical and pathological features of a newborn patient with a clinical and histopathological diagnosis of CE on the right side of the maxillary alveolar ridge, treated with excision by laser surgery, with a follow-up of 5 months without any sign of recurrence.

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La sonrisa gingival (SG) es una condición clínica de etiología multifactorial, caracterizada por la sobreexposición de la encía maxilar, mayor de 3 mm, mientras el paciente sonríe. Es considerada una de las alteraciones más comunes en la población con una prevalencia de 10,5-29%, 7% en hombres y 14% en mujeres, en el grupo etário de 20-30 años. La literatura científica reporta diversos tratamientos quirúrgicos invasivos y mínimamente invasivos que pueden ser acompañados con planificación digital. El objetivo de este reporte de caso fue describir el tratamiento de SG por erupción pasiva alterada tipo I, subcategoría A e hipermovilidad de músculo elevador del labio superior, en paciente femenino corregido con procedimientos quirúrgicos y métodos conservadores como la toxina botulínica planificado digitalmente. El uso de planificación digital en la reducción de SG acompañada de técnicas conservadoras como toxina botulínica permiten realizar procedimientos con postoperatorios favorables, disminución en errores de la técnica con resultados predecibles, seguros, rápidos y consistentes de acuerdo a las expectativas del paciente

Gummy smile (GS) is a clinical condition of multifactorial etiology, characterized by overexposure of the maxillary gingiva greater than 3mm while the patient smiles. It is considered one of the most common alterations among the population with a prevalence between 10,5-29%, 7% in men and 14% in women, in the age group of 20-30 years-old. The scientific literature reports several invasive and minimally invasive surgical treatments that can be accompanied with digital planning. The aim of this case report was to describe the treatment of GS due to altered passive eruption type I subcategory A and levator labii superioris muscle hypermobility in a female patient corrected with surgical procedures and conservative methods such as digital planned botulinum toxin. The use of digital planning in GS reduction accompanied by conservative techniques such as botulinum toxin allows performing procedures with favorable postoperative results, less technical errors with predictable, safe, fast and consistent results according to patient's expectations.

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OBJECTIVES: To systematically review the literature on the efficacy of interdental cleaning devices (ICDs) used with active substances, as adjuncts to toothbrushing, in comparison with toothbrushing alone or with ICDs without active substances. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Searches for randomized clinical trials were performed in PubMed, Embase, Scopus, Cochrane (CENTRAL), and Web of Science. Two independent researchers performed study selection, data extraction, and risk-of-bias assessment; a third one resolved any disagreement. Meta-analysis was not feasible, and a narrative approach was used to synthesize the evidence. RESULTS: Seven studies were included. Dental floss with chlorhexidine was used in five studies, whereas interdental brushes with chlorhexidine and cetylpyridinium chloride were used in one study each. ICDs with active substances resulted in significantly higher antiplaque and antigingivitis efficacies than without ICDs (n = 3). ICDs with and without active substances demonstrated contrasting results. For this comparison, six studies were included for each outcome. Significantly higher antigingivitis efficacy of ICDs with active substances was noted in four studies, whereas significantly higher antiplaque efficacy of ICDs with active substances was reported in three studies. All comparisons demonstrated a very low certainty of evidence. CONCLUSIONS: There is no robust evidence for the additional clinical efficacy of ICDs with active substances regarding their antiplaque and antigingivitis efficacies. These devices may have additional clinical efficacy when compared with the absence of interproximal hygiene. CLINICAL RELEVANCE: The use of ICDs helps maintain or achieve periodontal health. However, the adjunct use of active substances may not provide additional benefits.

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BACKGROUND: We aimed to present a minimally invasive clinical approach to collect a suitable sample for the laboratory diagnosis of desquamative gingivitis. MATERIALS AND METHODS: The proposed technique involves Nikolsky's test for the collection of tissue samples. It consists of the histopathological analysis of the bullous membrane formed in cases with positive Nikolsky's sign (NS). Three patients without a previous diagnosis of the disease agreed to undergo this protocol before a biopsy. RESULTS: The diagnoses of the three cases reported here were mucous pemphigoid (MP), pemphigus vulgaris (PV), and lichen planus (LP). The tissue samples collected using this technique were sufficient to microscopically observe partial-thickness epithelium (diagnosing PV) or full-thickness epithelium (diagnosing MP). The diagnosis of LP was only possible by conventional biopsy. CONCLUSION: We observed, for different cases, some advantages of the proposed technique: minimally invasive, potentially superior to exfoliative cytology, easily performed, and with low costs.