Gingival Zenith Correction by Laser Gingivectomy

A 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 posi...

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Published in:Curēus (Palo Alto, CA) CA), 2024-01, Vol.16 (1), p.e51495
Main Authors: Mohan, Shylaja, Lavu, Vamsi
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Composite materials
Dentistry
Healthcare Technology
Lasers
Oral hygiene
Orthodontics
Other
Periodontics
Surgery
Teeth
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Summary:A 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 maxillary premolar. It represents a form of ectopic eruption, wherein two adjacent teeth interchange positions within the same quadrant of the dental arch. Laser wavelengths are utilized for precise incision of gingival tissues to address restorative, cosmetic, and periodontal needs. Post-operatively, rapid healing and diminished discomfort are frequently observed, often eliminating the necessity for periodontal packing or sutures. Gingivectomy is the accepted modality for the establishment of esthetics in situations with abnormal gingival contour. This study highlights the use of contemporary technology namely a 940 nm diode laser for correction of gingival zenith to achieve optimal esthetics post orthodontic treatment.
ISSN:2168-8184
2168-8184
DOI:10.7759/cureus.51495