Laser-assisted multidisciplinary approach for closure and prevention of relapse of midline diastema

Indian J Dent Res. 2017 Jul-Aug;28(4):461-464. doi: 10.4103/ijdr.IJDR_2_17.

Abstract

Midline diastema, which occurs as spacing between the upper central incisors, is a common occurrence seen in the pediatric population. In the ugly duckling stage of development; no treatment is generally advocated as the diastema is a transient one. When diastemas occur due to other pathologies, they pose several problems in relation to esthetics and speech in a growing child. With the advent of time, patient's demand for esthetics has greatly increased. Along with this, a less time-consuming treatment option is a favorite. Proper diagnosis of the diastema, unfolding its etiology, helps in devising an adequate treatment plan. This eventually will lead to stability of the final result. The present case report presents a different and unique approach for the esthetic closure of midline diastema following frenectomy procedure. The approach proves to be a quick and simple option for closure of midline diastemas in cases with concomitant incisal edge irregularities.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Combined Modality Therapy
  • Diastema / prevention & control*
  • Diastema / therapy*
  • Humans
  • Laser Therapy
  • Male
  • Patient Care Team
  • Recurrence