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| Year : 2017 | Volume
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| Issue : 2 | Page : 58-60 |
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A novel approach for the management of gingival hyperpigmentation: Diode laser
Mohammad Arif Khan1, Deepshri Agrawal2, Charanjeet Singh Saimbi1, Deepti Chandra1, Amrit Rai3
1 Department of Periodontology, Career P.G. Institute of Dental Sciences and Hospital, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
2 Department of Periodontology, New Horizon Dental Collage and Research Institute, Bilaspur, Chattisgarh, India
3 Department of Prosthodontics Crown and Bridge, Career P.G. Institute of Dental Sciences and Hospital, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
Correspondence Address:
Dr. Mohammad Arif Khan
Department of Periodontology, Career P.G. Institute of Dental Sciences and Hospital, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
India
 Source of Support: None, Conflict of Interest: None  | Check |
DOI: 10.4103/2321-1385.221995
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The color of normal gingiva depends on the vascular supply of the gingiva, epithelial thickness, degree of keratinization of the epithelium, and the presence of pigmented cells. Excessive gingival display and gingival hyperpigmentation are major concerns for a large number of patients visiting the dentist. The foremost indication for depigmentation therapy is the demand by a patient for improved esthetics. This case report represents a correction of gingival hyperpigmentation by diode laser with satisfactory and pleasant results. |
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