irritation fibroma
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ir·ri·ta·tion fi·bro·ma
a slow-growing nodule on the oral mucosa, composed of fibrous tissue covered by epithelium, resulting from mechanical irritation by dentures, fillings, cheek biting, etc.
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ir·ri·ta·tion fi·bro·ma
(ir'i-tā'shŭn fī-brō'mă)A slow-growing nodule on the oral mucosa, composed of fibrous tissue covered by epithelium; results from mechanical irritation caused by dentures, fillings, or from other sources, such as cheek biting.
Medical Dictionary for the Health Professions and Nursing © Farlex 2012
ir·ri·ta·tion fi·bro·ma
(ir'i-tā'shŭn fī-brō'mă)Slow-growing nodule on oral mucosa, composed of fibrous tissue covered by epithelium, due to mechanical irritation by dentures, fillings, cheek biting, and other factors.
Medical Dictionary for the Dental Professions © Farlex 2012