# Minimally Invasive Excision of an Oral Lipoma of the Upper Lip Using a 980nm Diode Laser: A Case Report

## TL;DR

A 71-year-old man's upper lip lipoma was successfully removed using a diode laser and scalpel, resulting in minimal damage and quick healing.

## Contribution

This case report demonstrates the effectiveness of diode laser surgery for removing lipomas in aesthetic areas like the lips.

## Key findings

- The combination of diode laser and scalpel allowed complete lesion removal with minimal tissue damage.
- The procedure resulted in reduced operating time and uneventful postoperative healing.
- Diode laser surgery is a precise and effective alternative to traditional methods for benign lipomas.

## Abstract

Lipomas of the upper lip are among the rarest adipose tissue neoplasms in the oral cavity. The standard treatment for lipomas involves surgical removal, which can be performed using conventional or laser techniques. This case report discusses a 71-year-old male patient with swelling on the left side of his upper lip, clinically diagnosed as an oral lipoma. The lesion was surgically removed under local anesthesia using a combination of diode laser surgery and a blunt scalpel. This approach facilitated the complete removal of the lesion with reduced operating time, minimal damage to surrounding tissues, and uneventful postoperative healing. Diode laser surgery for benign lipomas presents an effective alternative to traditional methods. The precision and minimal tissue damage it offers are particularly beneficial in aesthetic areas, such as the lips.