Burton's line
Burton's Line
Burton's Line (pronunciation: /ˈbɜːrtənz laɪn/) is a clinical sign found in patients with chronic lead poisoning. It is a blue or blue-grey line visible along the margin of the gums, particularly near the base of the teeth.
Etymology
The term is named after British physician Sir Thomas Burton who first described the symptom in 1840.
Description
Burton's Line is a distinct blue or blue-grey pigmentation that appears along the gum line. This line is usually most noticeable on the lower gums, just above the teeth. The coloration is due to the deposition of lead sulfide in the tissues of the mouth as a result of chronic exposure to lead.
Related Terms
- Lead Poisoning: A medical condition caused by increased levels of the heavy metal lead in the body.
- Gingiva: Also known as the gums, it is the soft tissue that covers the necks of the teeth and the alveolar parts of the jaws.
- Heavy Metal Toxicity: A condition caused by the accumulation of heavy metals, such as lead, in the body.
See Also
- Plumbism: Another term for lead poisoning.
- Saturnism: An old term for lead poisoning, derived from the Latin word for lead, "Saturnus".
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Burton's line
- Wikipedia's article - Burton's line
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