Laugier-Hunziker syndrome: complete clearance of mucosal lentigines with a single session of Q-Switched Nd:YAG laser

ABSTRACT

Background: Laugier-Hunziker (LH) syndrome is a rare condition in which melanocyte overactivity produces lentiginous lesions of the lips and buccal mucosa. Objective: Given the paucity of reports on therapeutic options in LH syndrome, this case is herein reported to show the response to treatment with the Q-Switched Nd:YAG laser in a 32-year-old man with LH Syndrome. Methods: The Q-Switched Nd:YAG laser was used to treat the lentiginous lesions on the mucosal surface of the lower lips using a single pass at 532 nm. Results: There was complete clearance of the mucosal lentiginous lesions with a single laser session, and recurrence was not observed after 12 months. Conclusion: The Q-Switched Nd:YAG laser is an effective treatment option for cosmetic benefit in LH Syndrome.

KEYWORDS:

• Q-switched Nd:YAG
• Q-switched lasers
• mucosal lentigines
• oral pigmentation