This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: All India exam, 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: Gingiva 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. Ref : Bailey and love surgery text book 27th Ed.