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Use of the diode laser

-instant disinfection of wound

-immediate coagulation

-minimal post-op pain

-minimally invasive

-5 min. procedure

-complete healing after 1 week

In what population is pyogenic granuloma most prevalent?

A. White

B. African American

C. Native American

D. None of the above

Use of the copper vapor laser

-newer type of laser treatment

-immediate blanching and shrinking

-healing in 7-12 days

-need more studies for comparative assessment

If not treated, the size of the lesion will increase

Recurrence rate of 16% after excision

What does treatment look like?

-surgical excision

-laser removal

-corticosteroids

Before we start...

What causes it?

Of the three treatment methods, which one has the most research behind it?

A. Diode laser

B. Copper vapor laser

C. Topical corticosteroids

-trauma

-hormonal factors (pregnancy)

-local irritation

-certain drugs

Who is familiar with and knows what pyogenic granuloma is?

Important things to note:

-not specific to any age or gender

-size and location can vary

What is it?

A benign, red, raised lesion that can occur on the skin- most commonly located on the gingiva and lips.

Pyogenic Granuloma

How is it diagnosed?

-detailed medical and dental history

-clinical examination

-biopsy after surgical excision

What was the approximate healing time when using a diode laser?

A. 5 days

B. 2 weeks

C. 1 week

D. 12 days

By: Katie Beiningen

Any questions?

Use of topical corticosteroids

-procedural anxiety, behavioral issues, intellectual disabilities

-noninvasive

-patient compliance

-prolonged treatment plan

-needs more research

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