Bilateral symmetrical lymphangiomas of the gingiva: case report

Abstract

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Lymphangioma is a benign lesion that is related to proliferation of lymphatic vessels. Lymphangioma of the gingiva is a rare lesion that manifest as a pebbly hyperplasia on gingiva. The purpose of this study is to report a case of bilateral symmetrical lymphangioma of the gingiva.</p> <p>Case presentation</p> <p>A 32-year-old man was presented with bilateral hyperplasia of gingiva in upper canine regions. The lesions were resected completely and evaluated histologically. The microscopic evaluation revealed lymphangioma.</p> <p>Conclusion</p> <p>Bilateral lymphangioma of the gingiva is a very rare lesion which its origin is controversial.</p>