A frenum is a muscular attachment between two tissues, and the procedure of removing this attachment is called a frenectomy. The doctors of Oral Surgery Consultants of Pennsylvania perform frenectomies to correct a number of issues patients may have with their teeth, lips, and tongue.
One frenum is located underneath your tongue, and removing this is called a lingual frenectomy. Patients that have an enlarged frenum underneath their tongue may not be able to move their tongue freely. This interferes with speech and is often called ‘tongue tie’. Lingual frenectomies are typically performed on very young patients, who can recover quickly and continue to develop their speech.
Another frenum in your mouth connects the inner surface of the lip with the gum. These are present between both the top and bottom front teeth. Removing this attachment is called a labial frenectomy. Patients who have receding gums can benefit from this procedure, because a strong frenum from the gum to the lip can cause extra pulling on the gums and lead to further recession.
To learn more about frenectomies all the services we offer, visit www.oralsurgerypa.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with one of our doctors at Oral Surgery Consultants of Pennsylvania located in Philadelphia, call 215-463-4141.
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