Desquamative Gingivitis - A Diagnostic Sign Of Systemic Diseases

ABSTRACT 
Background and Settings: Desquamative gingivitis (DG) is an erythematous, atrophic or eroded blistering, and painful, non-plaque-induced, condition that commonly affects the entire thickness of the labial aspect of the attached gingiva of the anterior teeth which is found to desquamate easily with minimal trauma.  It is frequently seen in females around 50 years of age and is usually an indication of an oral or systemic disease. Its clinical appearance is not majorly altered by traditional brushing or conventional therapy.