A frenum is a fold of tissue in the mouth found between the upper two front teeth, under the tongue, and on the sides of the gums. When a frenum constricts the movement of your lips or tongue too much, our doctors at Oral Surgery Consults of Pennsylvania will perform what is called a Frenectomy. A frenectomy is an oral surgery procedure in which the frenum is cut. Recovery time for a frenectomy is short – generally about 24 hours. During this time, you will be advised to follow a soft diet.
A soft diet consists of foods that are easy for you to chew and swallow. You can consume pureed, mashed, ground, chopped and moist foods. Starchy foods that are recommended include rice, pasta such as macaroni, rolls, muffins, soft bread and tortillas. Fruits and vegetables include applesauce, fruit or vegetable juice, avocado and ripe bananas. Dairy choices include cheese sauces, cottage cheese, milk, milkshakes, soft ice cream and plain yogurt.
For more information about the Frenectomy procedure and aftercare, contact us in one of our Philadelphia, PA area locations today. To schedule an appointment with one of our doctors at Oral Surgery Consults of Pennsylvania, call 215-463-4141 or visit www.oralsurgerypa.com.
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