A frenulum is a small fold or ridge of tissue that either supports or prevents the motion of the tissue to which it is attached. In the mouth, there are two frenulums: the one that connects the upper lip to the gums above your two front teeth and the one that connects the tongue to the base of your mouth. If a frenulum is too short or thick, it can cause speech impediments and gaps between teeth, so corrective action is necessary to resolve the situation. At Oral Surgery Consultants of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, PA, our experienced team of doctors performs frenectomies to resolve frenulums that have cause problems in his patients’ mouths.
A frenectomy is a safe and effective surgical procedure that removes the fold of skin if it is disrupting movement, growth or development. A typical frenectomy takes less than 15 minutes.
If your frenulum is causing problems for your smile, a frenectomy can solve them. Schedule an appointment at one of Oral Surgery Consultants of Pennsylvania’s locations in the Philadelphia, PA area by visiting www.oralsurgerypa.com.
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