Lip and Tongue Frenectomy (Frenuloplasty)

What is Lip and Tongue Frenectomy (Frenuloplasty)?

Frenectomy (Frenuloplasty) is a frenuloplasty to repair a defect in the lip and
tongue frenum. A frenal defect refers to a short frenulum that interferes with
development in the jaw-face area of a child and the formation of a beautiful
smile. A frenal defect can cause dental anomalies, delayed jaw-bone development
and problems with speech and eating.

At what age is frenectomy recommended?

For the correction of the frenulum, parents should get the child to see a surgeon
at an early age (5-9 years) so that the child's maxillofacial area can be properly
formed. However, the correction is possible at any age.

Is frenectomy painful?

Frenectomy is done under local anesthesia in one visit and is completely
painless.