Laser and high-frequency cauthery gingivectomy in nonperiodontal indications: assessment and comparison of techniques

Petr Bartak; Roman Smucler M.D.

doi:10.1117/12.500127

3 July 2003 Laser and high-frequency cauthery gingivectomy in nonperiodontal indications: assessment and comparison of techniques

Petr Bartak, Roman Smucler M.D.

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Proceedings Volume 4950, Lasers in Dentistry IX; (2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.500127
Event: Biomedical Optics, 2003, San Jose, CA, United States

Abstract

The authors have verified the efficiency and safety of laser and high-frequency gingivectomy in non-periodontal indications. Within a prospective, non-selective study, they treated and monitored 357 dental areas in 139 teeth.Out of the total number, 248 areas were treated wtih a diode laser, 980nm; 109 areas with high-frequency electrocautery. The following parameters were monitored: a) regeneration of the marginal gingiva; b) generation of iatrogenic recessions or periodontal pockets; c) bleeding from gingival sulcus during probing; d) changes in tooth vitality; e) patient's subjective evaluation. The authors identified a high degree of safety in both laser and high-frequency gingivectomy, with no significant difference between these two methods. Laser gingivectomy appears to have a wider indication range, while high-frequency gingivectomy requires lower financial expenses.

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Petr Bartak and Roman Smucler M.D. "Laser and high-frequency cauthery gingivectomy in nonperiodontal indications: assessment and comparison of techniques", Proc. SPIE 4950, Lasers in Dentistry IX, (3 July 2003); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.500127

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