Evaluation of the Effectiveness of the "Modified Frenectomy Technique with Papilla preservation flap" in Upper Lip Frenectomy Accompanied by Diastema Between central Incisors
Keywords:
Frenectomy, flap, Diastema, Gingival Papilla, Gingival Inflammation, Scar, Pain.Abstract
Introduction: Cosmetic concerns among patients have led to an increased interest in seeking dental treatment in order to achieve an ideal smile. Diastema between central incisors is a common cosmetic problem that affects the functional aesthetics of teeth.
Aim: looking for new technique for upper lip frenectomy for patients who suffer of diastema between upper central incisors and avoiding negative effects of the traditional technique.
Material & Methods: 10 patients were treated by modified frenectomy and papilla preservation flap. Scar formation was observed after 3 months and pain was observed in the first week after surgery.
Results: modified frenectomy and papilla preservation flap technique helped by avoided scar formation in region of between central incisor papilla in 9 patients of 10.
Patients didn’t suffer from severe pain and its rate was 1.5 for the first day, 4.5 for third day and 0.7 for seventh day.
Conclusion: modified frenectomy and papilla preservation flap technique is a good substitute for conventional technique and easy for work in cases of frenectomy with diastema between central incisors.
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