A Case Report on Frenectomy by Millers Technique

Abstract

Background: The Aberrant labial frenum results in diastema and gingival recession thereby compromising the esthetic and functional needs of the patient. The classical frenectomy technique by Archer is an extensive procedure which results in Unaesthetic scaring of the tissue, loss of interdental papilla. To overcome these drawbacks, Miller introduced a newer technique where he combined the frencetomy technique with laterally displaced flap. The main advantage of this technique is that the healing takes place by primary intention with no scaring of the tissue. Therefore the Aim of the present study is to find out whether Frenectomy by millers technique overcomes the drawbacks of the classical technique.

Materials and Methods: 23 year old male patient with abnormal frenum was selected for frenectomy by miller’s technique.

Conclusion: The main advantages of this technique is healing by primary intention, no scaring, and formation of thick zone of attached gingiva. We were able to achieve the above in our case.