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Carbon Dioxide Laser as an Alternative Tool to the Conventional Scalpel in Lip Repositioning Surgery: A Case Series

Clinical Case Reports, Volume 13, Issue 10, October 2025.
CO2 laser‐assisted lip repositioning demonstrating surgical steps, reduction in the amount of exposed gingiva, presereved nasolabial angle, and improved esthetic outcomes. ABSTRACT CO2 laser‐assisted lip repositioning in three patients resulted in a mean 1.9 mm reduction in gingival display, no postoperative complications, full patient satisfaction ...
Sara Alkari, Omar Hamadah
wiley   +1 more source

Gtr &Bone Grafting For Midline Alveolar Hypoplasia With Gingival Inversion

International Dental Journal
Introduction: A patient presented with inverted upper anterior gingiva, a thickened labial frenum, and a significant diastema between the maxillary central incisors, compromising aesthetics and speech.
Yang Yang, Li Min
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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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Deviation of the Mandibular Labial Frenum as Related to Signs and Symptoms of Temporomandibular Disorders (TMDs)

, 2017
Aim: To investigate the association between mid-line deviation of the mandible, as determined by upper to lower labial frena, and signs and symptoms of Temporomandibular Disorders (TMDs).
Georgios Kanavakis, Naif Bindayel, Moshabab Asiry   +2 more
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Correlation Between the Initial Severity of Oral Clefts at Birth in Patients With Complete Unilateral Cleft Lip and Palate and Craniofacial Morphology, Dental Arch Relationship, and Nasolabial Aesthetics During Pre‐Adolescence

Orthodontics &Craniofacial Research, Volume 28, Issue 3, Page 564-576, June 2025.
ABSTRACT Study Objectives To comprehensively evaluate the correlations between the severity of oral clefts at birth and the treatment outcomes during pre‐adolescence in patients with complete unilateral cleft lip and palate (CUCLP). Material and Methods Records of 21 consecutive patients with CUCLP from a cleft/craniofacial centre were obtained.
Supatchai Boonpratham, Thornthan Songvejkasem, Methaphon Songvejkasem, Chaiyapol Chaweewannakorn, Yodhathai Satravaha, Supakit Peanchitlertkajorn   +5 more
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Frenectomy Technique for Correcting Low Insertion of the Upper Labial Frenum in Pediatric Dentistry: a Case Report

The maxillary labial frenum consists of a fold of connective tissue, mucous membrane and, occasionally, muscle fibers. Its growth can be simple and benign, when it extends from the inserted gum, or abnormal, when this insertion is placed atypically ...
Gabriela Leal Peres Fernandes, Isabella Silva Catananti, Eduarda Martins Fontes Cantarella de Almeida, Manuela Marquesini Vanim, Marcelle Danelon, Laura Imbriani Bento de Azevedo, Keyth Jessica de Marco Placedino   +6 more
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Diode Laser-Assisted Maxillary Labial Frenectomy: A Case Series With 6-months Follow-Up [PDF]

A frenum is a fold of mucous membrane, maybe with enclosed muscle fibers, which attaches the lips and cheeks to the alveolar mucosa or gingiva and underlying periosteum. In case of aberrant frenum attachment, it has to be relieved for better function and
J Srihari, S Madhupretha, Poornima Rajendran   +2 more
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An Integrated modified lip repositioning using bioresorbable collagen membrane: A long-lasting auxiliary treatment approach for gummy smile

Journal of International Clinical Dental Research Organization, 2019
Excessive gingival display is one of the major causes of patient embarrassment. An imbalance in the gingiva–tooth ratio results in the dominance of gingival appearance often referred to as “gummy smile.” A normal gingival display between the inferior ...
Dhar Devang Thaker, Shilpi Shah, Ritu Saptak Shah, Archita Kikani   +3 more
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Correlation of Infant Labial Frenum Morphology and Maxillary Deciduous Tooth Eruption among Ningxia-region Population

, 2023
Abstract Background: Infant labial frenum morphology will directly lead to the midline diastema between maxillary deciduous tooth，which locates in the facial aesthetic area。 facial aesthetic area causes family members' medical demands. Objective: To explore the correlation of infant labial frenum morphology and maxillary deciduous tooth ...
Yunyun Cheng, Jia Wang, Shanghong Gong, Ting Fan   +3 more
openaire   +1 more source

A study to evaluate the location and frequency of denture-related ulcerations and postinsertion adjustments in complete denture patients

Indian Journal of Dental Sciences, 2017
Background and Aims: Removable complete denture is one of the most common treatment modalities for completely edentulous patients. After denture insertion, patient very often faces problems with the denture even after complete care is taken during ...
Saurabh Jain, Naveen Oberoi, Ashish Kumar, Aparna Aggarwal, Kanwalpreet Kaur   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source