Abstract
Gingival hyperpigmentation is produced by excessive melanin deposit,
generating a dark gum coloring. Although it does not constitute a health issue, in some
cases it usually represents an aesthetic problem that can affect psychologically, for
which there are currently several treatment alternatives such as: surgery with scalpel,
laser therapy, abrasion, cryosurgery, electrosurgery, among others. The aim of this
literature review was to analyze the available information about gingival melanosis and
the therapeutics that can be applied to improve the appearance of patients with this
condition. Articles in English and Spanish, published during the period 2000-2020 in
the PubMed, Medline, Scielo, Cochrane and Lilacs databases, were reviewed. It was
concluded that the selection of the technique will depend on each particular case,
however, the laser is the most relevant.
| Translated title of the contribution | Melanosis gingival: diagnóstico y terapéutica de su implicación estética: Revisión de la literatura |
|---|---|
| Original language | English |
| Article number | 1 |
| Pages (from-to) | 39-51 |
| Number of pages | 13 |
| Journal | Odovtos - International Journal of Dental Sciences |
| Volume | 23 |
| Issue number | 2 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - 2021 |
UN SDGs
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
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