Gingival exophytic lesions – A proposed diagnostic algorithm to approach the clinical enigma.

A diagnostic algorithm is a step-by-step method of diagnosis using a combination of symptoms or signs to identify pathology wherein even various different investigations can also be applied. As solitary gingival exophytic lesions are frequently encountered and commonly misdiagnosed; so well organized diagnostic algorithm is imperative to reach correct diagnosis timely. The purpose of this brief communication is to provide such diagnostic algorithm wherein valuable points such as lesional clinical presentation as well as their microscopic points are incorporated. Such an algorithm is illustrative and can be easily used by dental practitioners in their regular routine dental practice. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]