Amlodipine-Induced Gingival Hypertrophy: A Case Report.

Abstract

Gingival hypertrophy caused by certain drugs, including amlodipine, may occur in genetically susceptible individuals. There is no clear explanation for the exact mechanism behind gingival hypertrophy, but a multifactorial theory has been proposed that unifies the phenomenon. In addition to causing difficulty with speech and mastication, gingival hypertrophy also contributes to poor oral hygiene and unaesthetic appearance. We describe the case of a 54-year-old woman who developed gingival hypertrophy due to the long-standing antihypertensive medication amlodipine 5 mg taken twice daily for four years.

• Authors: Karthik Rajaram Mohan, Saramma Mathew Fenn, Ravikumar Pethagounder Thangavelu, Mohithan Subramaniam
• Journal: Cureus (Cureus) Vol. 15 Issue 2 Pg. e35540 (Feb 2023) ISSN: 2168-8184 [Print] United States
• PMID: 37007324 (Publication Type: Case Reports)
• Copyright: Copyright © 2023, Rajaram Mohan et al.