Diode Laser Intended Frenotomy Procedure for High Frenal Attachment Causing Gingival Recession: A Case Presentation

Abstract

The alveolar mucous membrane, the gingiva, and the underlying bone are fixed to the lip and cheek by the frenum, a fold in the mucous membrane. The surgical process known as a frenectomy involves completely removing the frenum that connects it to the bone. Traditional frenectomy involves using a blade, while a more recent technique is frenectomy assisted by a laser. When the frenum has an atypical connection, a labial or lingual frenectomy is performed. In this instance, there is an abnormal frequency of attachment, which puts the patient's appearance, causing midline diastema and plaque control, at serious risk and could result in mucogingival impairment. This case study describes how diode laser therapy was used to successfully treat a female patient who was suffering from sensitivity.