The use of CO2 laser in the treatment of gingival fibromatosis: a case report.

A case is described of gingival fibromatosis in a 10-year-old boy, in which gingival tissue was removed using a CO2 laser. The advantages of this method over conventional surgery were minimal bleeding and pain, allowing treatment of all quadrants in one visit. The disadvantages were the potential risks to the teeth and to the endotracheal tube. In this case laser treatment achieved a good result with minimal post-operative discomfort, which is an important consideration for children.