Laser showdown: which beam best banishes gum dark spots?

NCT ID NCT07520266

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested two different lasers (diode and Er,Cr:YSGG) to see which works better for removing dark spots on the gums caused by natural pigment. 38 adults with gum darkening received both lasers on different sides of their mouth. The researchers measured how much the spots faded, pain, healing, bleeding, and how happy patients were with the results.

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  • Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy

    Can Tho, +84, Vietnam

  • Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy

    Can Tho, 90000, Vietnam

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