Fiberotomy Informational Links 2

After some more web searching, we have found more information on how the Fiberotomy procedure works, as well as many videos of it being done. Hope these help!

Here is a video link, though be warned it is not for the faint of heart:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IgGFF5lrF3c\

Also, this channel has many good videos. We also recommend reading through the comments on any videos you watch, there might be some good insights.

http://ezinearticles.com/?What-Are-Frenectomies,-Fiberotomies,-Gingivoplasties-and-How-They-Relate-to-Orthodontic-Treatment&id=6301223


http://www.enotes.com/topic/Fiberotomy

The fact that there is a very small amount of information available online shows that the procedure is still in its developmental stage. We think that because it is so new, if your orthodontist suggests you get it done, it is our opinion that you hold off until there is more information on the procedure. There is next to no information on the long term effects of this surgery. Neither of us has gotten this done, none of our friends have gotten it done, and neither of our parents got it done. Yet all of us still have straight teeth. This proves the validity of wearing a retainer.

-Erik and Amanda

Fiberotomy Informational Links

We know that the Fiberotomy procedure is still relatively new and there is not a lot of information about it online. We have searched and found these helpful links. Hope they help!


http://blog.fiberotomy.com/2011_03_01_archive.html

some more details

http://www.bukisa.com/articles/146350_fiberotomy-procedure

and more

http://blog.fiberotomy.com/2011/03/fiberotomy-and-serious-oral-diseases.html

-Amanda and Erik

Fiberotomy 2

Here is some more updated information about the new procedure called fiberotomy.


Cost: There is not much information about this procedure on the internet but we have had from good sources from our orthodontist an estimate of the approximate cost. The whole procedure costs from around 1000 to 1500 dollars. Now keep in mind that after you have had your braces, that is a lot of extra money to be paying on top of your expensive braces.

The anesthesia: When you get the operation done you will first be given some normal over the counter painkillers. Then you will get a numbing gel in your mouth similar to when you get a filling. Next comes the local anesthesia. This is part of the cost of the procedure.

See these links for some more information.

http://healthmad.com/medicine/fiberotomy/

http://www.toothiq.com/dental-glossary/dental-definition-supracrestal-fiberotomy.html

Our opinion on the necessity of getting a fiberotomy is the same. It is a lot of money to pay when you could get the 90 dollar retainers. And there is more of a risk of infection or something going wrong. We recommend keeping these things in mind when making your decision.

-Amanda and Erik

Facts about Fiberotomy

At the end of your journey with braces, your orthodontist might suggest you get what is called a “fiberotomy”. This is usually suggested instead of the classic retainer. In this post, we will give an argument for getting this operation and one for not getting it. Also we will include some technical information about the procedure.

A fiberotomy is a surgical operation to sever the fibers that hold your teeth in their current position. You'd get this procedure done after you’ve straightened your teeth with braces and such. Sometimes the “gingival fibers” as they are called will pull your teeth back to where they were before your braces. Check out these links for more information:

Fiberotomy:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fiberotomy

http://www.austinperiodontal.com/procedures-fiberotomy.asp

Gingival Fibers:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gingival_fibers

Arguments for getting a fiberotomy:
• Snipping those fibers will ensure that your teeth will not go back to their pre-brace position.
• Chances are you will not have to get a retainer. With a retainer, it guarantees that you’re teeth stay straight…as long as you wear it. So if you get a fiberotomy you don’t have to worry about the hassle of losing your retainer or always wearing it.

Arguments for not getting a fiberotomy:
• It is usually not covered in your insurance, as it is considered a “cosmetic” surgery.
• It is said to be nearly painless, for they give you local anesthesia, but there have been accounts that say otherwise. Just read this person’s account of their experience.

http://healthmad.com/medicine/fiberotomy/

• And take a look at this picture...pretty gruesome huh?

http://www.pittsburghdentalimplants.com/periodontal-diseases/fiberotomy.html~

• The fiberotomy is a relatively new procedure that hasn’t been around long so it’s not as tested as the retainer. See Part 2.2 of this article from the UK.

http://www.taysideorthodonticmcn.scot.nhs.uk/documents/guidelines/clinical_guidelines_orthodonitic_retention.pdf

In our opinion, besides the fact that the reasons for not getting it done surpass the reasons for getting a fiberotomy, snipping fibers in the body is usually not a good idea. Those fibers are there for a reason. The retainer is a tried and true method of keeping your teeth straight.
Keep in mind these are only our opinions, as neither of us has had the surgery. Be sure to consider both choices!

-Amanda and Erik