Comparison of pyogenic granuloma excision using scalpel, electrosurgery and diode laser
Journal Title: International Journal of Oral Health Dentistry - Year 2018, Vol 4, Issue 2
Abstract
Oral pyogenic granulomas a common clinical condition occurring in all age groups and is seen frequently in females around the second decade of their life It occurs as a sessile or pedunculated growth varies in color from red to purple It is frequently seen on the marginal gingiva especially in the maxillary arch Anterior teeth are more frequently affected then posteriors They are commonly seen on the facial aspect and usually do not show radiologic findings The treatment is surgical excision which was usually done with scalpel blade However with recent technological advances excision can be done using electrosurgery and diode lasers In the present case report excision of pyogenic granuloma is done using scalpel electrosurgery and diode laserKeywords Soft tissue lasers Diode laser Electrosurgery Scalpel Pyogenic granuloma
Authors and Affiliations
Madhuri A. Sawai, Zeba Jafri, Nishat Sultan, Anika Daing, Kirti Chawla
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