A Preliminary Study of Treatment of Pigmented Gingiva by CO2 Laser ( clinical study )


Abstract in English

Human gingival pigmentation cause esthetic problems and embarrassment, especially in women and patients with a gummy smile. This study was performed to see the effect and the clinical influence of CO2 laser on pigmented gingiva. This new technique performed for the first time in Syria.

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