Abstract
Peripheral ossifying fibroma (POF) is a common localized, reactive benign gingival growth. POF usually measuring <2 cm in diameter.
We present a case of a 25-year-old, female with a large-sized peripheral ossifying fibroma in the oral cavity. The patient presented with an asymptomatic, slowly growing gingival mass in the lower left anterior area of the oral cavity which had been gradually increased in size for more than five years.
This case report shows that POF can grow and reach unusual dimensions that may, also, contribute to occlusal problems and lip incompetence.
POF should be excised completely to decrease the chance of lesion recurrence.
•POF could reach unusual size and could cause occlusal issues, lip incompetence and changes in facial proportions.•Mostly, self-confidence and social communication are negatively affected with visible oral lesions.•Early intervention is highly recommended to avoid teeth malalignment, occlusal problems and facial asymmetry.