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Frenectomy ruined my smile. can this be corrected. tunnel grafting entry point at frenum and removed from bone. smile now is loose and droopy like a joker. 12weeks post 54 had beautiful smile now ruined can it be restored. small piece attached on lip?
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I am thinking that your bone grafting procedure was done to correct bone loss on your lower anterior teeth, secondary to that frenum pulling and tugging on the gingiva causing recession. Without the procedure those lower teeth would be lost. I have never encountered anyone with such a drastic change following a frenectomy. It would be best to consult with a local oral surgeon re your options.
Answered 2/6/2022
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An Oral Myofunctional Therapist may be able to help get tone back in your smile with exercises & stretches. They help pre & post frenectomy patients. Here is a website: https://aomtinfo.org/myofunctional-therapy/ Take care!
Answered 2/6/2022
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