Management of drug-induced gingival overgrowth associated with calcium channel blocker therapy using a diode laser: a clinical case report

Relevance. Drug-induced gingival overgrowth (DIGO) is a recognized adverse effect of various medications, often leading to significant impairments in dental aesthetics, phonetics, mastication, and oral hygiene. Clinical case description. This report describes a clinical case of drug-induced gingival overgrowth (DIGO) associated with calcium channel blocker therapy. Initial non-surgical periodontal therapy, consultation with the patient’s physician, and diode laser-assisted gingival contouring, along with strong patient adherence, led to stable clinical outcomes over a one-year follow-up period with minimal risk of recurrence. Conclusion. This clinical case demonstrates the efficacy of diode laser treatment in managing similar conditions and emphasizes the importance of an interdisciplinary approach in the comprehensive care of patients with drug-induced gingival overgrowth.