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Contemporary Classification and Diagnostic Pathways for Common Gingival and Alveolar Ridge Lesions.

International journal of dentistry · Mortazavi H, Kheiri A, Khoshgou S, Chegeni E, Eghbalikhosro H, Mofid A, Karami Z · 2026-10-12

Researchers developed a classification system and decision tree for gingival and alveolar ridge lesions by reviewing 129 studies, organising common lesions into four clinical groups (ulcers, exophytic, white, and pigmented lesions) to improve diagnostic accuracy in clinical practice.

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