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An overview of frenal attachments
M Priyanka1, R Sruthi, T Ramakrishnan
1Department of Periodontology, Meenakshi Ammal Dental College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
Journal of Indian Society of Periodontology
|May 2, 2013
Summary
Abnormal frenal attachments, often overlooked by dentists, can signal underlying syndromes. This review explores various frenal variations linked to syndromic and non-syndromic conditions, emphasizing their diagnostic importance.
Area of Science:
- Oral anatomy and pathology
- Syndromology
- Dental diagnostics
Background:
- Frenal attachments are mucosal folds connecting lips to alveolar mucosa.
- Dentists often neglect frenal morphology during oral examinations.
- Abnormal frenal attachments can be indicative of systemic conditions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the significance of frenal attachments in oral examinations.
- To review diverse frenal attachments associated with syndromic and non-syndromic conditions.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of frenal attachments.
- Analysis of associations between frenal morphology and various conditions.
Main Results:
- Identified various frenal attachments.
- Established links between abnormal frenal morphology and syndromic/non-syndromic conditions.
Conclusions:
- Frenal assessment is crucial in dental practice.
- Abnormal frenal attachments warrant further investigation for potential syndromes.
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