Journal of Oral Science Research ›› 2023, Vol. 39 ›› Issue (1): 42-45.DOI: 10.13701/j.cnki.kqyxyj.2023.01.008

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Application of Longitudinal Incision beside Upper Lip Frenulum in Extraction of Deeply Embedded Mesiodens

FU Shuai1,2, LI Ming1, CUI Qingying1, WANG Lidong1, MA Wen1, PENG Canbang1, ZHANG Changbin1, WU Yong1*   

  1. 1. Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Hospital of Stomatology Kunming Medical University, Kunming 650106, China;
    2. Yunnan Key Laboratory of Stomatology, Kunming 650106, China
  • Received:2022-06-30 Published:2023-01-28

Abstract: Objective: To explore the key points of the longitudinal incision beside upper lip frenulum in extraction of deeply embedded mesiodens, and to analyze its complications and clinical application value. Methods: A total of 35 patients with deeply embedded mesiodens were treated with longitudinal incision beside upper lip frenulum. The effects and complications of the treatment were analyzed. Results: The mesiodens of the 35 patients were successfully extracted. No permanent complications were observed in all of the cases. However, temporary complications were noted: superficial mucosa was torn in 3 cases, central incisor discomfort in 3 case, slight numbness of lips in 2 cases, and incision infection in 2 case. There was no change in the height of the upper lip, the height of the nose tip, and the shape of the nostrils. Conclusion: The application of longitudinal incision beside upper lip frenulum can help to extract the deeply embedded mesiodens without changing the nasolabial shape.

Key words: frenulum, supernumerary tooth, minimally invasive extraction tooth, depressor septi nasi