Open AccessTEKNIK BEDAH DENGAN SKALPEL PADA HIPERPIGMENTASI GINGIVA
Author(s) -
Ade Ismail Abdul Kodir
Publication year - 2015
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2460-4119
DOI - 10.30659/odj.1.2.40-45
Subject(s) - hyperpigmentation , depigmentation , medicine , dermatology , melanin , dentistry , melanosis , chemistry , melanoma , biochemistry , cancer research
Background: Gingival pigmentation is the coloring/staining of the gingiva in the form of a dark purplish color or irregular light brown spots. This staining is derived from melanin granules produced by cells melanoblas. Gingival hyperpigmentation caused by excessive melanin deposition . The cause of this gingival hyperpigmentation is multifactorial : genetic factors , local and systemic . The aims of this article is to overbear the gingival hyperpigmentation with simple techniques , does not require several equipments , but gives contentment results to the patient . Discussion : The gingival melanin hyperpigmentation is not cause medical problems , usually to the point the appearance especially when talking and smiling . Depigmentation is periodontal plastic surgery to remove or reduce gingival hyperpigmentation . There are many ways to eliminate gingival hyperpigmentation , one of them is a surgical using scalpel . Depigmentation surgery does not require any special tools but gives satisfactory results for the patient. Conclusion : Hyperpigmentation gingival surgery techniques can be overcome by using scalpel surgery.