Laser vs. Cold Therapy for Lip Frenectomy
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This study compares two methods for a simple mouth surgery to remove a large skin band under your upper lip. One method uses a special laser; the other uses extreme cold to freeze the tissue. The goal is to see which one works better and causes less discomfort.
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Who can take part
- You need to be between 18 and 65 years old.
- You must be generally healthy (ASA I status – meaning no significant health problems).
- You should have a condition where the piece of skin connecting your upper lip to your gum needs to be cut (labial frenectomy).
- You must be able to come to follow-up appointments after the procedure.
- You cannot be pregnant, breastfeeding, or a smoker.
- You should not have used steroid medications in the last 6 months or have certain medical conditions.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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