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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Gingival cyst | |||
| image = [[File:Epstien_pearl.png|left|thumb|Gingival cyst]] | |||
| caption = Gingival cyst in a newborn, also known as Epstein's pearl | |||
| field = [[Dentistry]] | |||
| synonyms = Epstein's pearl | |||
| symptoms = Small, white or yellowish cysts on the gums | |||
| onset = [[Newborn]] | |||
| duration = Usually resolves within a few weeks | |||
| causes = Trapped [[keratin]] during development | |||
| risks = None | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical diagnosis]] | |||
| differential = [[Bohn's nodules]], [[Dental lamina cysts]] | |||
| treatment = None required | |||
| prognosis = Excellent | |||
| frequency = Common in newborns | |||
}} | |||
[[File:Soft_tooth_tissue,_Bohn_Nodule,_Epstein's_Pearl_1.jpg|Soft tooth tissue, Bohn Nodule, Epstein's Pearl|thumb|left]] | |||
[[File:Gingival_cyst_of_adult.jpg|Gingival cyst of adult|thumb|left]] | |||
[[File:Gingival_cyst_of_adult_radiograph.jpg|Gingival cyst of adult radiograph|thumb|left]] | |||
A '''[[Gingerbread man]]''' is a type of [[biscuit]] that is typically made using [[ginger]], [[honey]] or [[molasses]], [[cinnamon]], [[cloves]], and [[nutmeg]]. It is a popular treat during the [[Christmas]] season and is often associated with the story of the Gingerbread Man, a folktale about a biscuit that comes to life. | A '''[[Gingerbread man]]''' is a type of [[biscuit]] that is typically made using [[ginger]], [[honey]] or [[molasses]], [[cinnamon]], [[cloves]], and [[nutmeg]]. It is a popular treat during the [[Christmas]] season and is often associated with the story of the Gingerbread Man, a folktale about a biscuit that comes to life. | ||
== History == | == History == | ||
The origin of the gingerbread man is linked to the [[Middle Ages]], when gingerbread was used for medicinal purposes and as a delicacy. The practice of shaping gingerbread into figures is believed to have originated in the 16th century. [[Queen Elizabeth I of England]] is often credited with the idea of making gingerbread men, as she had them made to resemble her courtiers. | The origin of the gingerbread man is linked to the [[Middle Ages]], when gingerbread was used for medicinal purposes and as a delicacy. The practice of shaping gingerbread into figures is believed to have originated in the 16th century. [[Queen Elizabeth I of England]] is often credited with the idea of making gingerbread men, as she had them made to resemble her courtiers. | ||
== Gingerbread Man in Popular Culture == | == Gingerbread Man in Popular Culture == | ||
The gingerbread man has been a popular character in [[folklore]] and [[children's literature]]. The most famous story is "The Gingerbread Man", a folktale about a gingerbread man's escape from various pursuers until his eventual demise at the hands of a cunning fox. This story has been adapted into numerous books, films, and plays. | The gingerbread man has been a popular character in [[folklore]] and [[children's literature]]. The most famous story is "The Gingerbread Man", a folktale about a gingerbread man's escape from various pursuers until his eventual demise at the hands of a cunning fox. This story has been adapted into numerous books, films, and plays. | ||
In addition, the gingerbread man is a common motif in [[Christmas decorations]]. It is often used as a design for [[Christmas ornaments]], [[Christmas cards]], and [[Christmas cookies]]. | In addition, the gingerbread man is a common motif in [[Christmas decorations]]. It is often used as a design for [[Christmas ornaments]], [[Christmas cards]], and [[Christmas cookies]]. | ||
== Making a Gingerbread Man == | == Making a Gingerbread Man == | ||
Making a gingerbread man involves mixing the ingredients, rolling out the dough, cutting out the gingerbread man shape, and baking. After baking, the gingerbread men are often decorated with [[icing]] and [[candy]] to create facial features and clothing. | Making a gingerbread man involves mixing the ingredients, rolling out the dough, cutting out the gingerbread man shape, and baking. After baking, the gingerbread men are often decorated with [[icing]] and [[candy]] to create facial features and clothing. | ||
== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
* [[Gingerbread]] | * [[Gingerbread]] | ||
* [[Gingerbread house]] | * [[Gingerbread house]] | ||
* [[Christmas traditions]] | * [[Christmas traditions]] | ||
* [[Biscuit]] | * [[Biscuit]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
<references /> | <references /> | ||
[[Category:Biscuits (British style)]] | [[Category:Biscuits (British style)]] | ||
[[Category:Christmas food]] | [[Category:Christmas food]] | ||
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[[Category:Children's literature]] | [[Category:Children's literature]] | ||
{{food-stub}} | {{food-stub}} | ||
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| Gingival cyst | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Epstein's pearl |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Small, white or yellowish cysts on the gums |
| Complications | N/A |
| Onset | Newborn |
| Duration | Usually resolves within a few weeks |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Trapped keratin during development |
| Risks | None |
| Diagnosis | Clinical diagnosis |
| Differential diagnosis | Bohn's nodules, Dental lamina cysts |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | None required |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Excellent |
| Frequency | Common in newborns |
| Deaths | N/A |
A Gingerbread man is a type of biscuit that is typically made using ginger, honey or molasses, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. It is a popular treat during the Christmas season and is often associated with the story of the Gingerbread Man, a folktale about a biscuit that comes to life.
History[edit]
The origin of the gingerbread man is linked to the Middle Ages, when gingerbread was used for medicinal purposes and as a delicacy. The practice of shaping gingerbread into figures is believed to have originated in the 16th century. Queen Elizabeth I of England is often credited with the idea of making gingerbread men, as she had them made to resemble her courtiers.
Gingerbread Man in Popular Culture[edit]
The gingerbread man has been a popular character in folklore and children's literature. The most famous story is "The Gingerbread Man", a folktale about a gingerbread man's escape from various pursuers until his eventual demise at the hands of a cunning fox. This story has been adapted into numerous books, films, and plays. In addition, the gingerbread man is a common motif in Christmas decorations. It is often used as a design for Christmas ornaments, Christmas cards, and Christmas cookies.
Making a Gingerbread Man[edit]
Making a gingerbread man involves mixing the ingredients, rolling out the dough, cutting out the gingerbread man shape, and baking. After baking, the gingerbread men are often decorated with icing and candy to create facial features and clothing.
See Also[edit]
References[edit]
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