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How to correct post-frenectomy upper lip sagging?

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Hi doctor,

I have a gap in between my incisors. When I approached a dentist, he advised me to go with a frenectomy and then a braces treatment. I had an upper lip frenectomy three days back. Now, when I smile, I can notice the middle portion of my upper lip is sagging a little, and my incisors are not completely visible. How to correct this?

Please help.
Answered by Dr. Paras Angrish

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Dr. Paras Angrish is an experienced Paediatric Dentist skilled in preventive dental care for children, including fluoride treatments and dental sealants. He helps in the management of cavities and tooth decay in infants, children, and adolescents. He is an expert in behavior management to ensure a comfortable dental experience for young patients. He also does orthodontic assessments and early intervention for developing teeth and jaws. He helps in the treatment of dental trauma, including broken or knocked-out teeth. He also provides oral hygiene education for children and parents.

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Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

It happens after a frenectomy. A little sagging is normal as the frenum pulls the lip upwards. The second thing is after minor surgery one has swelling and the body reacts toward the trauma that is created by an instrument or laser. To get rid of the problem you can put gels with astringents in that area like Lidocaine as this will help in keratinization of the gum and lip area and contribute to resolving the problem soon.

After a week your problem should go. Just let me know if the frenectomy was done with a blade or laser. Laser frenectomy heals early and has fewer problems than you have.

I hope this helps.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At February 28, 2017
Reviewed At October 21, 2024

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Paras Angrish is an experienced Paediatric Dentist skilled in preventive dental care for children, including fluoride treatments and dental sealants. He helps in the management of cavities and tooth decay in infants, children, and adolescents. He is an expert in behavior management to ensure a comfortable dental experience for young patients. He also does orthodontic assessments and early intervention for developing teeth and jaws. He helps in the treatment of dental trauma, including broken or knocked-out teeth. He also provides oral hygiene education for children and parents.

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Dr. Paras Angrish
Dr. Paras Angrish

Dentistry

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Paras Angrish is an experienced Paediatric Dentist skilled in preventive dental care for children, including fluoride treatments and dental sealants. He helps in the management of cavities and tooth decay in infants, children, and adolescents. He is an expert in behavior management to ensure a comfortable dental experience for young patients. He also does orthodontic assessments and early intervention for developing teeth and jaws. He helps in the treatment of dental trauma, including broken or knocked-out teeth. He also provides oral hygiene education for children and parents.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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