Summary
The inferior labial frenulum, or frenulum labii inferioris (Latin, meaning "little bridle of the lower lip"). is the frenulum connecting the lower gums with the lower lip.
| Frenulum of lower lip | |
|---|---|
 Mouth illustration (frenulum of lower lip visible at center bottom). | |
| Details | |
| Identifiers | |
| Latin | frenulum labii inferioris oris |
| TA98 | A05.1.01.011 |
| TA2 | 2787 |
| FMA | 59822 |
| Anatomical terminology [edit on Wikidata] | |
Function edit
The inferior labial frenulum, alongside the superior labial frenulum, provides stability to the upper and lower lip.[1]
Medical conditions edit
Absence of the inferior labial frenulum and/or the lingual frenulum is associated with the classical and hypermobility types of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, but can also be absent in those without any underlying medical conditions.[2]
Tearing of the inferior labial frenulum may occur after being bit, especially after a fall, resulting in bleeding and pain. Treatment can normally be done at home, and usually heals on its own within 3–4 days. Tearing of the inferior labial frenulum may be a sign of domestic abuse.[3]
See also edit
References edit
- ^ Mintz, Sheldon M.; Siegel, Michael A.; Seider, Paul J. (March 2005). "An overview of oral frena and their association with multiple syndromic and nonsyndromic conditions". Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology, Oral Radiology, and Endodontics. 99 (3): 321–324. doi:10.1016/j.tripleo.2004.08.008. ISSN 1079-2104. PMID 15716839.
- ^ Felice, Claudio De; Toti, Paolo; Maggio, Giovanni Di; Parrini, Stefano; Bagnoli, Franco (2001-05-12). "Absence of the inferior labial and lingual frenula in Ehlers-Danlos syndrome". The Lancet. 357 (9267): 1500–1502. doi:10.1016/S0140-6736(00)04661-4. ISSN 0140-6736. PMID 11377605. S2CID 24967022.
- ^ Welbury, Richard (2007). "Torn labial frenum in isolation not pathognomonic of physical abuse". Evidence-Based Dentistry. 8 (3): 71. doi:10.1038/sj.ebd.6400505. ISSN 1462-0049. PMID 17891120. S2CID 23656133.