Microneedling With Vitamin C Versus Injectable Vitamin C for Depigmentation in Gingival Melanin Hyperpigmentation
Gingival Pigmentation
About this trial
This is an interventional treatment trial for Gingival Pigmentation
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Patients exhibiting physiological melanin hyperpigmentation in the anterior region of the upper or lower gingiva. Patients should be free from any systemic diseases according to modified Cornell Medical index. Non- smokers. Exclusion Criteria: Patients with periodontal disease. Patients with endocrine disorders causing hyperpigmentation or drug induced gingival pigmentation. Pregnant or lactating females. Patients with known hypersensitivity to vitamin C.
Sites / Locations
Arms of the Study
Arm 1
Arm 2
Experimental
Active Comparator
Intervention Group
Control Group
Microneedling will be done with application of topical vitamin C paste for depigmentation
Gingival depigmentation will be done by vitamin C injection only.