Table 4.
Intergroup comparison of pigmentation between Scalpel and Laser.
| Group | N | Mean ± Standard Deviation | p-valuea | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pigmentation after 7 days | Group 1 (Scalpel) | 5 | 1.8 ± 0.44 | 0.31 |
| Group2 (Laser) | 5 | 1.4 ± 0.54 | ||
| Pigmentation after 6 months | Group 1 (Scalpel) | 5 | 2.0 ± 0.0 | 0.01b |
| Group2 (Laser) | 5 | 1.0 ± 0.0 | ||
| Pigmentation after 12 months | Group 1 (Scalpel) | 5 | 1.4 ± 0.54 | 1.00 |
| Group2 (Laser) | 5 | 1.4 ± 0.54 |
Mann- Whitney U test.
p-value<0.05- statistically significant.