The harmony of smile is determined not only by the shape, position and colour of the teeth but also by the colour of the gingival tissues. Excessive
gingival pigmentation is a major aesthetic concern for many people. Though, it is not a medical problem but many people complain of dark gums as
unesthetic. Aesthetic gingival depigmentation can be performed in such patients with excellent results. A case is reported here in which a simple and
effective gingival depigmentation was performed with the use of electrosurgery which provides increased satisfaction in patients
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