Evaluation of Gingival Healing Following Gingivectomy using Diode Laser Versus Scalpel

Abstract

The aim of this study was to compare the healing of gingival tissues when gingivectomy procedures performed with laser versus scalpel also to evaluate the patient comfort and pain perception. Eleven patients complaining of gingival overgrowth due to orthodontic treatment participated in the study voluntary. They signed informed written consent to be treated by scalpel gingivectomy in one half of the jaw and other by Diode laser 810 nm with maximum power of 5 W. Time taken to complete surgery, bleeding, pain and patient satisfaction were assessed to compare by side of laser versus side of scalpel. Chi-square test was used for inter comparison with level of significant at P value 0< 0.05. Sides treated by laser for gingivectomy showed better healing, optimal patient satisfaction and less bleeding.