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Laser gingivectomy for pediatrics.

Michelle M Kelman1, David J Poiman, Barry L Jacobson

  • 1michelle.kelman@gmail.com

Today'S FDA : Official Monthly Journal of the Florida Dental Association
|March 30, 2010
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Laser gingivectomy offers a comfortable alternative for pediatric dental surgery. This technique minimizes patient discomfort, avoiding injections and improving cooperation during procedures like gingivectomy.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Dentistry
  • Dental Laser Technology
  • Oral Surgery

Background:

  • Traditional gingivectomy presents challenges in pediatric patients, including cooperation and discomfort.
  • Minimizing operative and postoperative discomfort is crucial for pediatric dental treatments.
  • Laser soft-tissue surgery is recognized for its acceptance among children.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe a gingivectomy procedure using laser technology in a pediatric patient.
  • To highlight the advantages of laser surgery in pediatric dentistry, focusing on patient comfort.

Main Methods:

  • A case report detailing a gingivectomy procedure performed on a 14-year-old female.
  • Utilized laser technology for soft-tissue surgery, emphasizing patient cooperation and minimal discomfort.

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Main Results:

  • The laser gingivectomy procedure was successfully performed on the pediatric patient.
  • The absence of local anesthesia injection significantly reduced pre- and postoperative discomfort.

Conclusions:

  • Laser gingivectomy is a well-accepted and advantageous procedure for pediatric patients.
  • Laser technology provides a minimally invasive and comfortable alternative for pediatric dental soft-tissue surgeries.