Correction of High Frenal Attachment in Improving Esthetics: A Case Report

Abstract

Introduction: Labial frenum of maxillae is capable of creating recession and diastema disturbing esthetics. Frenectomy
was first proposed, later, a number of variations have been established to resolve the problem caused by an abnormal labial
frenum. Apart from their advantages, conventional scalpel technique has some drawbacks as compared to electrocautery and
lasers.

Material and Methods: Conventional scalpel technique was used for frenectomy procedure, clinical parameters were
assessed at baseline, 1 week, and 1 month.

Results: There was similar improvement at both the given point of time, that is, at
1 week and 1 month postoperatively.

Conclusion: This case series showed equivalent clinical results for both the cases treated
with conventional frenectomy procedure.
Key words: Diastema, frenectomy, frenum, papillary attachment, recession