Peripheral Ossifying Fibroma in Young Patient - A Case Report

Fibroma is a benign tumor in which fibroblasts proliferate to form neoplasia, resulting in an increase in collagen fibers. Many of the fibroma-like lesions seen in the oral mucosa represent reparative or reactive hyperplasia of fibrous tissue against chronic irritation, and true neoplastic lesions are considered rare. Peripheral ossifying fibroma (POF) is a non-neoplastic, reactive lesion of gingiva. The precise etiopathogenesis of POF is unclear. However, it is suggested to originate from the connective tissue of periodontal ligament. This lesion predominantly occurs in the maxillary anterior region. The treatment protocol involves surgical excision followed by the biopsy of lesion. The high recurrence rate of the lesion is due to its reactive nature and unpredictable course. Hence proper postoperative monitoring and follow-up of the lesion are necessary. The present case was surgically managed and did not show any sign of recurrence during the follow-up period of 7 months.