Frenectomy is a procedure that removes the connective tissue (frenum) at either the top or the bottom of the mouth, specifficaly under the tongue or the upper gums. The patients may experience certain speech, eating or orthodontic problems.
Labial frenectomy (of the lip) is very common with patients who have tissues attached to the center of the upper lip causing recession of gums or a gap between the upper front teeth.
Frenectomy can also be performed to remove a section of tissue (the frenulum) that attached to the gingival tissue between the teeth.
Lingual frenectomy (tongue) is an important treatment since too short or too tight frenum can interfere with speech development.
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In most cases the oral frenectomy procedure is fairly simple and easy to do. It lasts about 10-15 minutes and is performed in local anesthetic. A few stitches are required to close the incision and they are removed after 7 days.
Recovery after an oral frenectomy is generally simple. Your doctor may prescribe painkillers and recomme nd cold compresses and eating cold food.
Frenectomy is a simple surgical procedure and it is very important to do it on time. We provide first-class dental care and our experienced doctor Marija Vuković Stevanov is here for you and your kids. Make an appointment right away.
