Causes, Incidence and Risk Factors Epstein pearls occur only in the newborn and are very common. On the gums, they sometimes resemble emerging teeth. The condition is harmless although it sometimes worries new mothers. No treatment is necessary. Epstein pearls disappear within 1 to 2 weeks of birth.
Complications There are often no complications.
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