WHAT IS FRENECTOMY?
A frenectomy is the surgical removal of a frenum. Generally, babies younger than 12 weeks old are treated with a scalpel. A frenuloplasty is performed under general anaesthesia with the assistance of surgical instruments.
After a frenuloplasty, tongue exercises could be recommended to enhance tongue movement and reduce scarring. A frenectomy reduces the risk of gum recession, gaps, and other oral health issues by releasing the ring of connective tissue.
WHY WOULD SOMEONE GET A FRENECTOMY?
There are several reasons why you or your child could require a frenectomy. Your healthcare practitioner could suggest this surgery to treat a frenum that is causing:
- A lip-tie
- A tongue-tie
- Diastema
- Gum recession
- Pain
What benefits does this procedure offer?
- Assist infants who are struggling to nurse.
- Deal with speech difficulties caused by tongue tie.
- Reduce your risk of tooth decay, gum disease, and other oral health problems.
- Fill in any spaces in your smile to make it look more appealing.
If your child’s lip or tongue tie is impairing their quality of life or functioning, find out if a frenectomy is the best course of action for them. The straightforward, quick treatment of frenectomy surgery can address a number of issues. Frenectomy surgery is usually completed quickly and without many complications.