ArticleInternational journal of dentistry2020
Laser Treatment for Melanin Gingival Pigmentations: A Comparison Study for 3 Laser Wavelengths 2780, 940, and 445 nm.
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- "Laser assisted gingival melanin depigmentation using diode 450 nm; ablative vs. non-ablative techniques: randomized clinical trial".Lasers in medical science · 2025Trial
- Comparative evaluation of laser-assisted ablative versus non ablative gingival depigmentation: a randomized clinical trial.Lasers in medical science · 2025Trial
- Maxillary labial frenectomy: a randomized, controlled comparative study of two blue (445 nm) and infrared (980 nm) diode lasers versus surgical scalpel.BMC oral health · 2024Trial
- Gingival depigmentation with diode and Er,Cr:YSGG laser: evaluating re-pigmentation rate and patient perceptions.Clinical oral investigations · 2021Trial
- Evaluation of the Tunnelling Technique for Upper Labial Frenectomy Using ER:YAG Laser.Journal of clinical and experimental dentistry · 2026Review
- Comparison of Various Minimally Invasive Techniques for the Management of Gingival Hyperpigmentation: A Case Report.Cureus · 2024Article
- A Minimally Invasive Technique for the Management of Physiologic Gingival Melanin Hyperpigmentation: A Case Series.Cureus · 2024Article
- Recent development of photoacoustic imaging in dentistry: A review on studies over the last decade.The Saudi dental journal · 2023Review
- Aesthetic Gingival Melanin Pigmentation Treatment in Smokers and Non-Smokers: A Comparison Study Using Nd:YAG Laser and Ceramic Bur.Journal of personalized medicine · 2023Article
- Comparison of the Diode Laser Wavelengths 445 nm and 810 nm in Gingival Depigmentation - A Clinical Evaluation.Journal of lasers in medical sciences · 2023Article
- A Comparative Histological Study of Gingival Depigmentation by 808 and 445 nm Diode Lasers.Journal of lasers in medical sciences · 2023Article
- Gingivectomy with high-power laser for correction of the gummy smile resulting from altered passive eruption-a case series.Lasers in medical science · 2022Article
- Photoacoustic Imaging for Periodontal Disease Examination.Journal of lasers in medical sciences · 2022Article
- Comparison of the Effectiveness of CO2 and Diode Lasers for Gingival Melanin Depigmentation: A Randomized Clinical Trial.Journal of lasers in medical sciences · 2022Article
- Er,Cr:YSGG 2780 nm Laser Treatment of Lip Melanin Hyperpigmentation.International journal of dentistry · 2021Article
- Gingival Melanin Depigmentation by 808 nm Diode Laser: Report of a Case.Case reports in dentistry · 2020Article
- The Integration of a Dual-Wavelength Super Pulsed Diode Laser for Consistent Tissue Ablation in the Esthetic Zone: A Case Series.Case reports in dentistry · 2020Article
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2 authors at 2 institutions in 2 countries.
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Abstract
The normal appearance of the gingiva is pink to light red, and this appearance may change due to many factors and might be noticeable causing aesthetic concerns. In the Gulf area, the gingival melanin pigmentation is of the main type of concern, and patients expect the pigmentation to be removed for aesthetic reasons. Many techniques have been used to remove the melanin pigmentation such as using surgical blades, diamond or ceramic burs, chemicals, and lasers. This study is comparing the results of three lasers (Er, Cr, YSGG 2780 nm, Diode 940 nm, and 445 nm) in the removal of melanin gingival depigmentation. Clinical outcome parameters including bleeding, wound healing, pain, duration of procedure, color improvement, patient satisfaction, and relapse rate after 2 years were assessed.
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