Lingual frenotomy in univiteline twin babies: case report

Ankyloglossia is an anatomical variation that has been associated with a variety of problems such as: suckling, swallowing and speaking. In this perspective, frenotomy is a surgical procedure commonly performed on babies to correct ankyloglossia. In this sense, the objective of this work is to report a clinical case of ankyloglossia in which the frenotomy procedure was performed on twin newborns, who had difficulty breastfeeding, carried out in the Extension Project “Língua Solta”, from the Federal University of Pernambuco. The evaluation of the lingual frenulum followed the protocol recommended by Martinelli, 2013. After application of the protocol, newborns showed the need to perform frenotomies. The surgeries were performed and, after 7 days, the babies showed significant improvement in breastfeeding. The diagnosis made, through the protocol and experienced professionals, is of fundamental importance for the success of the surgery. In addition, early intervention contributes to improved breastfeeding and development of the newborn.

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Lingual frenotomy in a newborn, from diagnosis to surgery: a case report

Revista CEFAC ◽

10.1590/1982-0216201820212917 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 20 (2) ◽

pp. 258-262

Author(s):

Kleber Rosa de Almeida ◽

Tais Pereira Leal ◽

Hatsuo Kubo ◽

Tania Eci Santi Castro ◽

Cristina Lucia Feijó Ortolani

Keyword(s):

Case Report ◽

Weight Gain ◽

Early Intervention ◽

Breast Milk ◽

Food Supplements ◽

Diagnostic Approach ◽

Fundamental Importance ◽

Monthly Data ◽

Age Appropriate ◽

Swallowing Capacity

ABSTRACT This report describes the diagnostic approach and frenotomy in a newborn with breastfeeding difficulty, and the observation and analysis during the following 6 months. The patient was delivered normally and without complications, but showed breastfeeding difficulty during her first 5 days of life. The protocol proposed by Martinelli in 2013 was used to evaluate the lingual frenulum. After applying the protocol, the newborn was determined to require a frenotomy and the urgery was performed. The patient was reassessed using the protocol immediately after surgery and again 24 hours latter. There were improvements in the protocol scores at both reassessments. The newborn was observed and analyzed during the next six months by collecting monthly data from the vaccination card and by asking the mother for information. She was given no food supplements, pacifiers, nor sucked the thumbs, and was fed only breast milk and presented an age-appropriate weight gain. We conclude that the diagnosis using the Martinelli protocol is of fundamental importance to recognizing the need for early intervention and that the frenotomy helped improve the patient’s breastfeeding and swallowing capacity.

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Dermabrasion depigmentation for the treatment of gingival dyschromia caused by racial melanosis. A case report comparing two techniques

Journal of Research in Dentistry ◽

10.19177/jrd.v4e42016118-122 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 4 (4) ◽

pp. 118

Author(s):

Rodolfo José Gomes De Araújo ◽

Felipe Vilhena Brilhante ◽

Jacy Leite Mattos ◽

Bruna De Fátima Kzam Soeiro Do Nascimento ◽

Deise Kersten Alves Ferreira

Keyword(s):

Case Report ◽

Plastic Surgery ◽

Surgical Procedure ◽

Clinical Case ◽

Melanin Pigmentation ◽

Degree Of Satisfaction ◽

High Degree ◽

Periodontal Plastic Surgery ◽

Maxillary Arch

Aim: The aim of this paper is to describe a clinical case in which the patient's gingival melanin pigmentation was treated using diamond burs and scalpels.Case report: The present study describes a periodontal plastic surgery procedure to correct or improve the amount of gingival melanin pigmentation apparent on mandibular and maxillary arch of the patient.Conclusions: After the surgical procedure successfully performed, and considering the high degree of satisfaction of the patient, the author concluded that the studied technique is easy to perform and stands out because of the excellent results achieved.

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Pre prosthetic crown lengthening: an esthetic and functional procedure. A case report

Revista Estomatología ◽

10.25100/re.v18i2.5714 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 18 (2) ◽

pp. 23-26

Author(s):

Carlos Bernardo Aguelo ◽

Juan Manuel Rico ◽

Pablo Emilio Molano

Keyword(s):

Case Report ◽

Surgical Procedure ◽

Clinical Case ◽

Surgical Techniques ◽

Daily Practice ◽

Great Frequency ◽

The Moment ◽

Crown Lengthening

Crown lengthening is a procedure widely used in periodontal practice, for esthetic procedures and also for pre-prosthetic ones; situation that is present with great frequency in the daily practice in periodontics. It is very important the knowledge of the anatomic structures of the periodontal anatomy in order to do a proper surgical procedure, preceded by a deep clinical and radiological exam and a pertinent treatment prosthetic plan. It is also important that the clinician knows all the surgical techniques, because not all the procedures need the same approach and there are certain anatomic and surgical characteristics that must be taken in concern at the moment of planning a surgical crown lengthening. In this article we present a clinical case where it is integrated the periodontal and prosthetic discipline.

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Implant Anchorage in Orthodontic Retrusion: A Case Report

Journal of Dentistry And Oral Implants ◽

10.14302/issn.2473-1005.jdoi-17-1745 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 2 (2) ◽

pp. 1-5

Author(s):

Camelia Szuhanek ◽

Adelina Grigore

Keyword(s):

Case Report ◽

Treatment Modality ◽

Surgical Procedure ◽

Orthodontic Treatment ◽

Clinical Case ◽

Treatment Time ◽

Mini Implants ◽

Anterior Teeth ◽

New Treatment ◽

Implant Anchorage

Mini screws represent a new treatment modality in orthodontic biomechanics. They provide absolute anchorage, no secondary movements and reduced orthodontic treatment time. Futhermore, the surgical procedure for mini implants placement is quite simple and this type of treatment requires no patient compliance. We selected a clinical case in order to emphasize one of the most important indications of the mini implants: retrusion of the upper incisors for a incresed overjet case in a young patient. Two mini implants were placed in order to obtain the correction of the overjet and the retrusion of the anterior teeth. The retrusion was obtained in a reduced period of time using retraction devices on crimpable hooks.

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Dermabrasion depigmentation for the treatment of gingival dyschromia caused by racial melanosis. A case report comparing two techniques

Journal of Research in Dentistry ◽

10.19177/jrd.v3e62015869-876 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 3 (6) ◽

pp. 869

Author(s):

Rodolfo José Gomes De Araújo ◽

Felipe Vilhena Brilhante ◽

Jacy Leite Mattos ◽

Bruna De Fátima K. Soeiro do Nascimento ◽

Deise Kersten Alves Ferreira

Keyword(s):

Case Report ◽

Plastic Surgery ◽

Surgical Procedure ◽

Clinical Case ◽

Melanin Pigmentation ◽

Degree Of Satisfaction ◽

High Degree ◽

Periodontal Plastic Surgery ◽

Maxillary Arch

AIM: The aim of this paper is to describe a clinical case in which the patient's gingival melanin pigmentation was treated using diamond burs and scalpels. CASE REPORT: The present study describes a periodontal plastic surgery procedure to correct or improve the amount of gingival melanin pigmentation apparent on mandibular and maxillary arch of the patient. CONCLUSION: After the surgical procedure successfully performed, and considering the high degree of satisfaction of the patient, the author concluded that the studied technique is easy to perform and stands out because of the excellent results achieved.

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