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Enhancing Perio-aesthetics using Lip Repositioning Technique: A Case Series [PDF]

Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research
Individuals’ perceptions of self-confidence, trustworthiness, attractiveness, intelligence, and friendliness are negatively influenced by Excessive Gingival Display (EGD).
Nishi Tanwar, Aparna Kaushik, Chander Parkash, Geetanjali Sharma, Anjali Yadav   +4 more
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Comparison of regional soft tissue changes after bimaxillary rotational surgery between class III deformity with overbite and open bite: A 3D imaging analysis

Biomedical Journal, 2023
Background: This prospective study aimed to compare regional soft tissue changes between patients with class III overbite and open bite deformities treated with bimaxillary surgery involving clockwise and counter-clockwise mandibular setback ...
Piyanan Keardkhong, Yun-Fang Chen, Chuan-Fong Yao, Ying-An Chen, Yu-Fang Liao, Yu-Ray Chen   +5 more
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Efficacy of a Modified Lip Repositioning Surgery Technique with Tie Levator Labii Superioris and without Frenectomy and Myotomy for Treatment of Excessive Gingival Display: A Pre–Post Clinical Study

Dental Hypotheses
Introduction: We aimed to investigate the outcomes of a modified lip repositioning surgery technique with tie levator labii superioris and without frenectomy and myotomy for the treatment of excessive gingival display (GD). Methods: In total, 32 patients,
Lam Nguyen Le, Chau Minh Thi Pham, Thao Thi Do, Khanh Phuong Vu Le   +3 more
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Labial Repositioning Using Print Manufactured Polymethylmethacrylate- (PMMA-) Based Cement for Gummy Smile

Case Reports in Dentistry, 2021
Treating patients with excessive gingival display (EGD) to provide them with a pleasant smile is a challenge to periodontists. A gummy smile can be due to excessive vertical bone growth, dentoalveolar extrusion, short upper lip, upper lip hyperactivity ...
Patricia Freitas de Andrade, Jonathan Meza-Mauricio, Ricardo Kern, Marcelo Faveri   +3 more
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Lip reposition surgery: A new call in periodontics

Contemporary Clinical Dentistry, 2013
"Gummy smile" is a major concern for a large number of patients visiting the dentist. Esthetics has now become an integral part of periodontal treatment plan. This article presents a case of a gummy smile in which esthetic correction was achieved through
Tejal Sheth, Shilpi Shah, Mihir Shah, Ekta Shah   +3 more
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Comparative evaluation of conventional versus modified lip repositioning surgery for gummy smile: A Two-year follow-up study

Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery, 2023
Abstract Background and Aim: Excessive gingival display can be managed by a variety of treatment modalities, depending on the specific diagnosis. Lip repositioning surgery is a largely unknown and underutilized treatment modality for excessive gingival display.
Sneha Puri, Akhilesh Shewale
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Surgical Lip Repositioning in Search of Aesthetics - A Case Series

Indian Journal of Dental Research
Introduction The gummy smile (GS) or excessive gum visibility (EGV) is an aesthetic concern that affects an individual’s attractiveness and personality. Treatment Planning Lip Repositioning surgery (LRP) is a less invasive surgery that can be attributed ...
SK Aziz Ikbal, Zeba R. Siddiqui, Siddhartha Dutta, Tasneem Fatima, Roopanshi Mehrotra, Surendra K. Yadav   +5 more
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Lip repositioning, an alternative treatment of gummy smile – A case report

Journal of Oral Biology and Craniofacial Research, 2018
The aim of present case report is to discuss surgical lip repositioning technique for the management of excessive gingival display related with vertical maxillary excess and increase mobility of the upper lip.
Umesh Yadalam
exaly   +3 more sources

Lip Repositioning Surgery: A Newer Paradigm in Periodontal Aesthetics

Journal of Nepalese Society of Periodontology and Oral Implantology, 2018
Periodontal plastic or aesthetic surgery by its definition comprises of surgical procedures performed to correct or eliminate anatomic, developmental or traumatic deformities of the gingiva or oral mucosa. ‘Perfect smile’ has been the common desire of many people in this era.
Asmita Dawadi, Manoj Humagain
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A Lip Repositioning Technique Using Polyester Threads for Gummy Smile Treatment

International Journal of Dentistry, 2022
A new technique is proposed in this study to correct the gummy smile (GS) with myotomy, combining lip repositioning with the insertion of polyester threads at the surgical site to act as a physical barrier and control relapse. 11 patients were clinically
Renata Oliveira Ribeiro Horn, Carlos Nelson Elias, Júlio César Joly   +2 more
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