This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Surgery
Epulis arises from 
Select and explain. 
A. Enamel, B. Root of teeth, C. Gingiva, D. Pulp
C: Gingiva
Answer: C: Gingiva 
Explanation: Epulis literally means 'upon the gum'. Thus it is a swelling situated on the gum.
It can originate from the mucous membrane, the periosteum or the bone giving rise to different varieties of Epulis.