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ArticleJournal of surgical case reports2025

Integral surgical management of epulis fissuratum using conventional excision and free gingival graft: a case report.

Sarah Monserrat Lomelí-Martínez, Luis Antonio González-Gómez, Eder Javier Martínez-González, Mario Alberto Alarcón-Sánchez, Francisco Javier Alcaraz-Baturoni, Miguel Angel Robles-García, Vini Mehta, Artak Heboyan

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Sarah Monserrat Lomelí-MartínezDepartment of Medical and Life Sciences, La Ciénega University Center, University of Guadalajara (CUCIENEGA-UdeG), Avenida Universidad 115, Colonia Linda Vista, Ocotlán 47810, Jalisco, Mexico.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0569-1387
Luis Antonio González-GómezDepartment of Integral Dental Clinics, University Center of Health Sciences, University of Guadalajara (CUCS-UdeG), Sierra Mojada 950, Colonia Independencia Oriente, Guadalajara 44340, Jalisco, Mexico.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0003-7179-7133
Eder Javier Martínez-GonzálezDepartment of Medical and Life Sciences, La Ciénega University Center, University of Guadalajara (CUCIENEGA-UdeG), Avenida Universidad 115, Colonia Linda Vista, Ocotlán 47810, Jalisco, Mexico.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0004-6471-8844
Mario Alberto Alarcón-SánchezMolecular Biology and Medicine Program, University Center of Health Sciences, University of Guadalajara (CUCS-UdeG), Sierra Mojada 950, Colonia Independencia Oriente, Guadalajara 44340, Jalisco, Mexico.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6727-7969
Francisco Javier Alcaraz-BaturoniDepartment of Integral Dental Clinics, University Center of Health Sciences, University of Guadalajara (CUCS-UdeG), Sierra Mojada 950, Colonia Independencia Oriente, Guadalajara 44340, Jalisco, Mexico.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0008-5595-2881
Miguel Angel Robles-GarcíaDepartment of Medical and Life Sciences, La Ciénega University Center, University of Guadalajara (CUCIENEGA-UdeG), Avenida Universidad 115, Colonia Linda Vista, Ocotlán 47810, Jalisco, Mexico.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6379-5088
Vini MehtaGlobal Research Cell, Dr. D. Y. Patil Dental College & Hospital, Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University), Pimpri, Pune 411018, India.
Artak HeboyanDepartment of Research Analytics, Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, Chennai 600 077, India.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8329-3205

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Abstract

Epulis fissuratum (EF) is a benign fibrous hyperplasia of the oral mucosa caused by chronic trauma, usually linked to prolonged use of poorly fitting prostheses. This condition compromises phonation, chewing, and aesthetics, thus affecting quality of life. We report the case of a patient who had worn complete upper dentures for three decades and developed EF. Management required two stages. First, the lesion was excised with a scalpel, obtaining tissue for histopathological confirmation. Three months later, a second surgery was performed with a free gingival graft to deepen the vestibule and create an adequate keratinized gingival band. At three months, follow-up showed proper healing, favourable soft tissue recovery, and no recurrence, enabling future rehabilitation. This case illustrates that sequential management, combining surgical excision and gingival grafting, provides a predictable and reliable alternative for advanced EF, ensuring functional recovery and improved prognosis.

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case reportepulis fissuratumfree gingival grafthyperplasiaoral surgery

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