ArticleCureus2024
Electrocautery-Assisted Management of Aberrant Frena Causing Midline Diastema: A Case Report.
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Abstract
Various oral complications such as gingival recession, restricted lip movement and tooth malalignment are the result of an abnormal frenum. Management of these types of frenum is either frenectomy or frenotomy. Methods for performing frenectomies include the conventional scalpel technique, Z-plasty, Miller's technique, V-Y plasty, lasers, and electrocautery. This case report details the successful management of an abnormal frenum attachment using electrocautery to ease and reduce discomfort to the 19-year-old female patient, causing aesthetic concerns. For its precision, minimal bleeding and post-operative discomfort, electrocautery was chosen. This procedure was performed under local anaesthesia. There were favourable post-operative outcomes as the patient experienced minimal pain and rapid recovery from the surgical site. Significant improvement in gingival health was seen in the follow-up examination. This case demonstrates the efficacy of using electrocautery in managing abnormal frenum attachment while highlighting its benefits over traditional surgical methods for ease and reduced discomfort.
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