Excessive growth of gums (gingival hyperplasia) after using blood pressure medication

6 months after I started using amlodipine, my gums grew enough to cover half of my teeth.

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Dr. Dt. Tolga Çetin Verified Medical Specialist (Protetik Diş Tedavisi Uzmanı)

11.09.2026 23:07 TR

@Hazal Şahin in reply to:

Calcium channel blockers, blood pressure medications and some antiepileptics can cause gingival enlargement by increasing fibroblast activity. When you consult your cardiologist, change the medication group, and perform dental scaling, the gums shrink rapidly.

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Gizem Şahin

12.09.2026 01:59 TR

@Hazal Şahin in reply to:

I was wondering the same question, and the detailed answer given by our doctor was very enlightening. Thanks.

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