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Frenectomy

Surgical removal of the frenulum is a tiny tissue fold essential to prevent an organ from moving too far. Genital frenectomies, also known as circumcision and are done in infants. Lingual frenectomy is carried out in persons with tongue-tie and ankyloglossia, limiting the tongue's movement, thereby interfering with breastfeeding and speech development. A maxillary frenectomy is advised in cases with lip adhesion. It can be done by traditional surgical method or through laser therapy.

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How to manage sagging upper lip after frenectomy?

Query: Hi doctor, I have a gap in between my incisors. When I approached a dentist, he advised to go with frenectomy and then braces treatment. I had 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 complet...  Read Full »

Dr. Paras Angrish

Dr. Paras Angrish

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It happens after frenectomy. A little sagging is normal as frenum pulls the lip upwards. The second thing is after minor surgery one has swelling and body reacts towards the trauma that is created by instrument or laser. To get rid of the problem you can put gels with a...  Read Full »

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