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A gum biopsy is a surgery in which a small piece of gingival (gum) tissue is removed for examination.
Alternative NamesBiopsy - gingiva (gums)
How the test is performedA painkiller is sprayed into the mouth in the area of the abnormal gum tissue. In some cases, a numbing injection may be used. A small piece of the gum tissue that appears abnormal is removed and checked for problems in the laboratory.
How to prepare for the testThere is no special preparation, although you may be told not to eat for a few hours before the biopsy.
How the test will feelThe topical anesthetic should numb the area during the procedure, although some tugging or pressure may be felt. If there is bleeding, the blood vessels may be sealed off with an electric current or laser. This is called electrocauterization. After the numbness wears off, the area may be sore for a few days.
Why the test is performedThis test is done to determine the cause of abnormal gum tissue.
Normal ValuesThis test is only performed when there is an abnormality.
Note: Normal value ranges may vary slightly among different laboratories. Talk to your doctor about the meaning of your specific test results.
What abnormal results mean- Amyloid
- Noncancerous mouth sores (the specific cause can be determined in many cases)
- Oral cancer(for example, squamous cell carcinoma)
- Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP)
- Bleeding from the biopsy site
- Infection of the gums
- Soreness
Avoid brushing the biopsy area for 1 week.
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∙ 12y agoA gum biopsy is a surgery in which a small piece of gingival (gum) tissue is removed for examination.
Alternative NamesBiopsy - gingiva (gums)
How the test is performedA painkiller is sprayed into the mouth in the area of the abnormal gum tissue. In some cases, a numbing injection may be used. A small piece of the gum tissue that appears abnormal is removed and checked for problems in the laboratory.
How to prepare for the testThere is no special preparation, although you may be told not to eat for a few hours before the biopsy.
How the test will feelThe topical anesthetic should numb the area during the procedure, although some tugging or pressure may be felt. If there is bleeding, the blood vessels may be sealed off with an electric current or laser. This is called electrocauterization. After the numbness wears off, the area may be sore for a few days.
Why the test is performedThis test is done to determine the cause of abnormal gum tissue.
Normal ValuesThis test is only performed when there is an abnormality.
What abnormal results mean- Amyloid
- Noncancerous mouth sores (the specific cause can be determined in many cases)
- Oral cancer(for example, squamous cell carcinoma)
- Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP)
- Bleeding from the biopsy site
- Infection of the gums
- Soreness
Avoid brushing the biopsy area for 1 week.
Reviewed ByReview Date: 03/05/2011
Linda J. Vorvick, MD, Medical Director, MEDEX Northwest Division of Physician Assistant Studies, University of Washington, School of Medicine; and Seth Schwartz, MD, MPH, Otolaryngologist, Virginia Mason Medical Center, Seattle, Washington. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
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