Tongue-tie (ankyloglossia)
A tight lingual frenum restricts tongue movement, affecting speech, feeding in infants, and oral hygiene. Frenectomy releases this restriction.
Soft Tissue Procedure
Frenectomy for Tongue-Tie, Lip-Tie, and Smile Improvement
A frenectomy is a minor surgical procedure to remove or modify the frenum — the small fold of tissue connecting the lip or tongue to the gum. MINS Dentistry performs frenectomies with minimal discomfort and quick recovery.
Minor
Minimally invasive procedure
Quick
Short procedure and recovery
Effective
Lasting functional improvement
Gentle
Comfortable with local anaesthesia
About Frenectomy
A simple procedure with significant functional benefits
The frenum is a small band of tissue that can sometimes be too tight or too prominent, causing functional issues with speech, feeding, or oral hygiene. A frenectomy removes or modifies this tissue to restore normal function.
At MINS Dentistry, frenectomies are performed with precision and care, ensuring a comfortable experience and a quick, smooth recovery for patients of all ages.
A frenectomy may be recommended when
- Tongue-tie is restricting speech or oral function.
- Lip-tie is causing feeding difficulties in infants.
- A prominent frenum is creating a gap between front teeth.
- Frenum tension is contributing to gum recession.
Common Indications
When frenectomy is commonly recommended
Frenectomy addresses a range of functional and aesthetic concerns caused by a tight or prominent frenum.
Lip-tie
A tight labial frenum can cause a gap between front teeth, difficulty latching in infants, and gum recession near the front teeth.
Gap between front teeth
A prominent frenum between the upper front teeth can prevent natural gap closure and may require frenectomy as part of orthodontic treatment.
Gum recession risk
A frenum that pulls on the gum tissue can contribute to recession over time. Frenectomy removes this tension to protect gum health.
Treatment Process
How frenectomy is performed at MINS Dentistry
The procedure is quick, comfortable, and performed under local anaesthesia with minimal recovery time.
01
Assessment
We evaluate the frenum's position, tension, and its impact on function, speech, or gum health to determine if frenectomy is appropriate.
02
Anaesthesia
Local anaesthesia is applied to ensure the procedure is completely comfortable and pain-free.
03
Frenum removal
The frenum is carefully removed or modified using a precise surgical technique to release the restriction.
04
Healing and review
Recovery is typically quick. A follow-up appointment confirms healing and functional improvement.
Key Benefits
Why frenectomy makes a meaningful difference
Improves tongue or lip mobility immediately
Helps close gaps between front teeth
Reduces gum recession risk from frenum tension
Quick procedure with minimal downtime
Improves speech and oral function
Safe for both children and adults
Consultation
Resolve tongue-tie, lip-tie, or frenum concerns
Our team can assess your frenum and recommend whether a frenectomy is the right solution for your functional or aesthetic concerns.