Ill Effects of Technology: Dehiscence Encountered Following Laser Depigmentation: A Case Report

Abstract

Deformities of the alveolar process discovered during mucogingival procedures can present surgical dilemmas which may seriously affect the outcome of treatment Fenestration and dehiscence are localized defects of the cortical bone which covers the teeth. Etiologic factors include developmental anomalies, frenum attachments, orthodontic tooth movement, periodontal and endodontic pathosis, trauma from occlusion, tooth size, and tooth position. The present report describes a case of alveolar dehiscence in relation to maxillary canine encountered three months following diode laser depigmentation