Which of the following is a reactive lesion of the gingiva that may demonstrate bone radiographically and often even microscopically_____________?
Correct answer: D. Peripheral ossifying fibroma
- A. Osteoma
- B. Irritation fibroma
- C. Traumatic neuroma
- D. Peripheral ossifying fibroma
Explanation
Peripheral ossifying fibroma is a reactive gingival growth that may contain mineralised material resembling bone or cementum, visible radiographically and histologically. Osteoma is a true benign neoplasm, not a reactive gingival lesion.
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