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Conventional Frenectomy: 2 Case Reports

International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research, 2023
The frenum is a fold of mucous membrane that attaches the lip and the cheek to the alveolar mucosa, the gingiva and the underlying periosteum. An aberrant frenum may results in gingival recession, decreased range of lip movement and involvement of interdental papilla causing a diastema leading to compromised esthetic and functional needs of the patient
Manisha Daruka -, Nazar Rana -, Mayur Kaushik -, Pragya Singh -   +3 more
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Inverted T‐Shape Connective Tissue Graft for Interdental Papilla Reconstruction: A Clinical Case Series

Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objective To evaluate the clinical application and outcomes of the inverted T‐shape connective tissue graft (IT‐CTG) technique for reconstructing deficient interdental papillae in cases of advanced gingival recession, focusing on both quantitative and qualitative results in a consecutive case series.
Abdusalam E. Alrmali, Vanessa Frazao Cury, Jessica Latimer, Preston D. Miller Jr, Hom‐Lay Wang   +4 more
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Soft Tissue Substitutes: Current Biomaterials and Indications at Teeth and Implant Sites

Journal of Periodontal Research, EarlyView.
This manuscript provides an updated overview of the current evidence on soft tissue graft substitutes for teeth and dental implants. When appropriately indicated, these biomaterials offer a reliable, less invasive alternative to autogenous grafts, effectively improving root coverage, keratinized mucosa width, and soft tissue thickness with reduced ...
Lorenzo Tavelli, Daniel Thoma, Maria Elisa Galarraga Vinueza, Mario Romandini, Shayan Barootchi   +4 more
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A Case Report on Aesthetic Rehabilitation of Midline Diastema- An Insight into Perio-Restorative Interrelationship [PDF]

Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research, 2020
Aesthetic restorative procedures have gained immense popularity in the recent years. Midline diastemas have been commonly reported by a majority of patients due to poor aesthetic appeal.
ARCHIE KHERA, VIDHI KIRAN BHALLA, Rajeev Ranjan, Daya Shankar   +3 more
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The role of antibiotics in preventing surgical complications in periodontology and implant dentistry

Periodontology 2000, EarlyView.
Abstract Antibiotics are commonly prescribed in periodontal and implant surgeries, either before, during or after surgery, to prevent postoperative infection and reduce early implant failure. However, the potential benefits may be undermined by the risks of resistance and sensitization, thus requiring a strict indication for prescription.
Zhaozhao Chen, Lan‐Lin Chiou, Javier Calatrava, Hom‐Lay Wang   +3 more
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Ectopic eruption of maxillary central incisor through abnormally thickened labial frenum: An unusual presentation

Journal of Indian Society of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry, 2017
Ectopic eruption is a deviation from the normal eruption pattern, making the tooth erupt out of its normal position, and possibly causing resorption of adjacent primary teeth. A wide range of etiological factors may be responsible for ectopic eruption of
Neeraj Gugnani, I K Pandit, Monika Gupta, Shalini Gugnani, Ashmi Vishnoi, Ozasvita Sabharwal, Swati Manhas   +6 more
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Closure of midline diastema through combined surgical and Removable orthodontic approach

SRM Journal of Research in Dental Sciences, 2013
Midline diastema is a common aesthetic problem in mixed and permanent dentition. Many innovative therapies are varying from restorative procedures such as composite build-up to surgery (frenectomy) and orthodontics are available. A high frenum attachment
Deepak Chauhan, Bimal Kirtaniya, Avantika Tuli, Tripti Chauhan   +3 more
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Peripheral calcifying odontogenic cyst in maxillary anterior gingiva: A case report

Clinical Advances in Periodontics, Volume 15, Issue 3, Page 263-270, September 2025.
Abstract Background Calcifying odontogenic cysts (Gorlin cysts) most commonly present centrally and have only rarely been reported in peripheral locations. The purpose of this report is to describe a new case of peripheral calcifying odontogenic cyst (PCOC) occurring in the anterior maxillary gingiva and to review the management and differential ...
Rami Alsabbagh, Gabriella Speakman, Daren Wang, Susan R. Mallery, Dimitris N. Tatakis   +4 more
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Masking of midline diastema-a smokescreen approach

Indian Journal of Dental Sciences, 2019
Midline diastema is a common esthetic problem in both mixed and permanent dentition. Many innovative therapies vary from restorative procedures such as composite build-up to surgery (frenectomy), and orthodontic corrections are also available.
Yamini Rajachandrasekaran, Geeth Deepika Kottai Gandhi   +1 more
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Lingual frenectomy using multiple series Z-plasty [PDF]

Journal of Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery, 2010
The tongue is an important structure for speech, mastication and deglutition. Avulsion of a portion of tongue can significantly limit the range of motion thereby impairing its functions. This is the case report of a traumatically amputated tongue which was reconstructed to fulfill its function effectively. Z-plasty is one of the most commonly used soft
Suresh, Vyloppilli, Akhilesh, Prathap
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