Laser vaporization of extravasation type of mucocele of the lower lip with 940-nm diode laser

Indian J Dent Res. 2013 Mar-Apr;24(2):278. doi: 10.4103/0970-9290.116684.

Abstract

A 43-year-old male presented with an asymptomatic swelling of the lower labial mucosa. Examination revealed that the tip of maxillary canine was causing trauma on the affected side. A diagnosis of extravasation type of mucocele was established clinically. Vaporization of the mucocele was done with a 940-nm diode laser in contact mode. The lesion healed uneventfully and there has been no recurrence for 3 months.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Humans
  • Laser Therapy / methods*
  • Lasers, Semiconductor / therapeutic use*
  • Lip Diseases / surgery*
  • Low-Level Light Therapy / methods
  • Male
  • Mucocele / surgery*