Comparison of gingivectomy procedures for patient satisfaction: Conventional and diode laser surgery
Selcuk Dental Journal, 2017 Background: To compare the use of the 940 nm diode laser with conventional surgery in the management of soft tissue in gingivectomy procedures in terms of patient satisfaction.Methods: This controlled clinical trial was conducted on 20 healthy patients ...
Elif Öncü
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Kaleidoscope historyPeriodontal disease is one of the oldest conditions affecting teeth. Understanding, diagnosing and treating it took centuries. One form of treatment, surgical reduction of the gingival pocket, gingivectomy, evolved over the past one hundred years. Currently, surgery is being replaced by more conservative, personalized and regenerative methods for the ...
Judit Forrai, Andrew Spielman
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Conventional Gingivectomy Procedure in the Management of Orthodontic-Induced Gingival Overgrowth: A Case Report. [PDF]
CureusDalal AM, Oza RR, Shirbhate U, Gurav T.
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Laser-Assisted Gingivectomy in Amlodipine-Induced Gingival Enlargement: A Case Report. [PDF]
CureusKaliyaperumal R +4 more
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The Richmond Crown Returns: A Laser-Assisted Approach to Restoring a Grossly Fractured Maxillary Central Incisor. [PDF]
Clin Case RepABSTRACT Extensive coronal destruction following trauma or caries presents a recurring challenge in prosthodontic rehabilitation, particularly in the esthetic zone. A multidisciplinary approach combining traditional post‐core systems with contemporary surgical adjuncts ensures optimal long‐term outcomes.
Swetha SP +4 more
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Gingival Zenith Correction by Laser Gingivectomy. [PDF]
CureusA healthy gingival structure showcases a knife-edged gingival margin, firmly adherent to the tooth surface, accompanied by a cone-shaped or pointed interdental papilla, mirroring the lowest point in the gingival margin, termed the gingival zenith. Tooth transposition denotes an anomaly in tooth positioning, commonly involving the canine and the first ...
Mohan S, Lavu V.
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Effect of low-level laser therapy on wound healing after gingivectomy
Indian Journal of Dental Sciences, 2021 Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) is based on the principle of biostimulation or biomodulation effect. LLLT after gingivectomy has resulted in better wound healing because of its action on collagen synthesis, angiogenesis, and growth factor release.
Vikrant Sharma +5 more
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Digitally Driven Smile Rehabilitation: A Fully Guided Workflow Using Dual-Layer Composite Injection Molding. [PDF]
Clin Case RepPost‐operative views showing (a) natural smile, (b) retracted intraoral view of the maxillary arch, and (c) side view smile. ABSTRACT A fully digital, guided workflow integrating 3D‐printed reduction guides with dual‐layer composite injection molding enables minimally invasive, biomimetic anterior restorations. By digitally separating dentin and enamel
Hawwa H, Holiel AA.
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Clinical periodontal diagnosis
Periodontology 2000, EarlyView., 2023 Abstract Periodontal diseases include pathological conditions elicited by the presence of bacterial biofilms leading to a host response. In the diagnostic process, clinical signs such as bleeding on probing, development of periodontal pockets and gingival recessions, furcation involvement and presence of radiographic bone loss should be assessed prior ...
Giovanni E. Salvi +5 more
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Use of Diode Lasers to Enhance Aesthetics of Anterior Implant Supported Prosthesis: A Report of Two Cases [PDF]
Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research, 2021 Diode lasers have been used for multiple applications in dentistry; however, its use for soft tissue management around dental implants has not been reported much.
MOHIT DHIMAN +3 more
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