An adaptation of classic frenectomy technique – case report

Vol. 13 – Number 49 – 2021 IMPLANT DENTISTRY NOTEBOOK Case report Page 50-53 An adaptation of classic frenectomy technique – case report Bruno César Parpinelli¹ Vitor José da Fonseca² Ana Luiza Lataliza Costa¹ Sarah Campos de Sales¹ Juliana Bianchi Souza dos Passos¹ Luiz César Fonseca Alves¹ Abstract Labial frenum is a common anatomical formation that connects a mobile structure to a fixed one. Its insertion is located on the lips and in the alveolar ridge at the midline. In some cases, it may present hypertrophy or atypical insertion in the alveolar ridge between the central incisors, causing diastema, malocclusion, periodontal disease, aesthetic problems, and dysphonia. In these situations, labial frenectomy is indicated and has the purpose of restoring the anatomy of the region and treating or preventing the disorders described. The present study aims to report a clinical case, which an upper labial frenectomy was performed in a classic technique adaptation and to review the literature about the procedure. The described technique has great relevance in clinical practice due to its easy execution, low cost, and satisfactory result. Descriptors: Frenectomy, labial frenum, diastema, oral surgery. ¹ School of Dentistry – UFMG. ² Faculty of Dentistry – UNICAMP. DOI: 10.24077/2021;1349-5053