Abstract
A pleasing smile is desired by all, and forms the main focus of aesthetic dentistry. However, pigmented gums can be a major cause of embarrassment for patients, especially those with a gummy smile. Attempts have been made to meet these cosmetic demands by various methods such as using a surgical blade, diamond burs, electrosurgery, cryosurgery or a laser, but with limited results. Therefore, in the present case series, a free gingival autograft was used for treating gingival melanin hyperpigmentation with a follow-up of six months with no signs of repigmentation. CPD/Clinical Relevance: This review outlines a method of free gingival autograft as a treatment modality for gingival pigmentation.
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