Evaluation of the Relationship Between Gingival Pigmentation and Smoking

• Main Authors: Sena Karacan Çelebi (Author), Ali Ursavaş (Author), Candan Paksoy (Author), Mehmet Esat Başol (Author), Elif Ünsal (Author), Kardelen Başol (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Ankara University, 2022-12-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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The abnormal deposition of melanin in the oral mucosa results in melanin pigmentation. The gingiva that has undergone keratinization is most affected. Gingival discoloration may be caused by physiologic or pathological reasons. Melanocytic lesions or melanocytic pigmentations induced by an excessive...