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Mesotherapy using Vitamin C as an anti-inflammatory agent in persistent gingival inflammation: A case series.
- Source :
- Journal of Indian Society of Periodontology; May/Jun2021, Vol. 25 Issue 3, p203-206, 4p
- Publication Year :
- 2021
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Abstract
- Background: Mesotherapy is a minimally invasive procedure which involves local intradermal therapy (LIT) with biologically active substances given in minor quantities to the area of pathology. Vitamin C is an important antioxidant agent which can modulate the attenuation of inflammatory process and enhance tissue repair. Aim: The aim of this study was to investigate the efficacy of local injections of Vitamin C for treating persisting inflammation of the gingiva. Materials and Methods: After phase I therapy was completed, five patients with persisting chronic inflammation of the gingiva were injected with the same dosages of Vitamin C into the gingival tissues. Patients were evaluated each week for resolution of gingival inflammation. Results: Clinical observation showed a significant improvement in inflammation of the injected sites during recall appointments. Conclusions: LIT with Vitamin C has a synergistic interaction along with scaling and root planing in the treatment of persistent gingival inflammation. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 0972124X
- Volume :
- 25
- Issue :
- 3
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- Journal of Indian Society of Periodontology
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 150606383
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.4103/jisp.jisp_443_20