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Case Reports
. 2024 Jun 28;16(6):e63400.
doi: 10.7759/cureus.63400. eCollection 2024 Jun.

Maxillary Labial Double Frenum Frenectomy Using a Diode Laser: A Case Report

Kaveri Paleriya  1 , Ruchita Patil  1 , Prasad Dhadse  1 , Shrishti Salian  1 , Sanehi Punse  1 , Akansha Rai  1
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Case Reports

Maxillary Labial Double Frenum Frenectomy Using a Diode Laser: A Case Report

Kaveri Paleriya et al. Cureus. .

Abstract

Maxillary labial frenectomy is a surgical procedure aimed at addressing midline diastema, where a strip of tissue creating a gap between two upper front teeth is removed. Typically, this strip extends from the vestibule of the gingivobuccal sulcus to the attached gingiva. The procedure is often performed using a diode laser, offering benefits including simplicity and safety for the patients. It can remarkably improve overall aesthetics and decrease the chances of gingival recession. This case report highlights the successful management of a female patient who arrived complaining of double frenum attachment leading to poor musculature support due to which she experiences poor aesthetics and hampered oral hygiene maintenance.

Keywords: case report; diode laser; double frenum; frenectomy; midline diastema.

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Human subjects: Consent was obtained or waived by all participants in this study. Conflicts of interest: In compliance with the ICMJE uniform disclosure form, all authors declare the following: Payment/services info: All authors have declared that no financial support was received from any organization for the submitted work. Financial relationships: All authors have declared that they have no financial relationships at present or within the previous three years with any organizations that might have an interest in the submitted work. Other relationships: All authors have declared that there are no other relationships or activities that could appear to have influenced the submitted work.

Figures

Figure 1
Figure 1. Preoperative photograph showing double frenum attachment with midline diastema
Figure 2
Figure 2. Frenum held using a hemostat
Figure 3
Figure 3. Frenectomy using laser
Figure 4
Figure 4. Postoperative healing after one month
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