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Laser-Assisted Gingival Depigmentation: A Case Report.

Shrishti S Salian¹, Prasad V Dhadse¹, Ruchita T Patil¹

¹Periodontics and Implantology, Sharad Pawar Dental College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND.

|February 6, 2024

Summary

Gingival depigmentation using a laser diode effectively improves gum aesthetics for patients with dark gums. This laser treatment offers a safe and aesthetically pleasing solution for correcting gingival pigmentation.

Keywords:

aesthetics diode laser gingival depigmentation hyperpigmentation melanin

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Area of Science:

Periodontology
Laser Dentistry

Background:

Gingival pigmentation, primarily due to melanin, varies among individuals.
Aesthetic concerns regarding dark gums lead patients to seek depigmentation treatments.
Depigmentation is an elective procedure for cosmetic enhancement, not a clinical necessity.

Observation:

A 23-year-old male patient presented with aesthetic dissatisfaction due to dark-colored gums.
Gingival depigmentation was performed on both maxillary and mandibular arches using a laser diode.
The procedure involved a one-week interval between treatments for each arch.

Findings:

Laser diode treatment resulted in improved gingival aesthetics for the patient.
The chosen procedure's success depends on gingival thickness, clinician expertise, patient preference, and recurrence rates.
Reports suggest laser treatments yield superior aesthetic results with a low recurrence rate.

Implications:

Laser-assisted gingival depigmentation offers a viable cosmetic solution for hyperpigmented gums.
This technique provides enhanced aesthetic outcomes and patient satisfaction.
Further research may explore long-term efficacy and patient-reported aesthetic improvements.