Volume : III, Issue : V, May - 2013

Lingual frenectomy by Diode Laser

Dr. Snophia Suresh, Dr. J. Ranjit Kumar

Abstract :

Ankyloglossia, commonly known as tongue–tie, is a congenital anomaly characterized by an abnormally short/ tight lingual frenulum, which restricts mobility of the tongue tip. Though the ankyloglossia or tongue–tie is not a serious manifestation, it may lead to a host of problems including infant feeding difficulties, speech disorders, and various mechanical and social issues related to the inability of the tongue to protrude. Lingual frenectomy is advised for the management of ankyloglossia. The present paper discusses one case of successful management of ankyloglossia or tongue tie with diode laser.

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Dr. Snophia Suresh, Dr. J.Ranjit Kumar Lingual frenectomy by Diode Laser Indian Journal of Applied Research, Vol.III, Issue.V May 2013

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