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Frenectomy

Upper Labial Frenum
Frenae (plural of frenum) are generally minor strands of muscle attaching the lips, cheeks, and tongue to the bone in the mouth. Because no significant functional problems are encountered when a frenectomy is performed, there is a minimal role in the function of the tongue or muscles of facial expression. There are specific indications for performing a frenectomy procedure. For the upper front frenum, a frenectomy is often postponed until the permanent lateral incisors and permanent canines erupt (permanent canines usually erupt about 11-13 years old). This recommendation is based on the fact that when the laterals and canines erupt, they will generally close the early diastema (space) between the permanent central incisors. If a frenum is large it may be done sooner and as early as 7 or 8 years old. If the diastema is not closed by normal eruption of the upper anterior permanent teeth, a frenectomy may be helpful, although orthodontics may also be necessary. Exceptions to postponing the frenectomy would be evidence on a radiograph of a notching in the bone between the central incisors or evidence of recession on the adjacent teeth. Many times an untreated frenum pull will cause gum recession to occur. If recession has already occurred a gum graft may also be necessary. See gum grafting procedures and read about recession.

tongue frenum attachment
An upper frenum problem does not seem to affect speech patterns. On the other hand, the frenum, which attaches the tongue to the lower arch, may interfere with speech. Generally, this will become apparent as the child begins to form words and phrases. If a notching of the tongue is noted when the tongue is protruded, it is generally recommended to have the frenum excised when the child starts developing speech patterns. Speech therapy may also be required.

Powell Oral Surgery & Periodontics
10260 Sawmill Parkway
Powell, OH 43065
Phone Number for our Powell Office (614) 766-7777
Fax Number (614) 766-7779

Reza Bolourian, M.D., D.D.S. our board certified
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon provides
oral surgery and dental implants.
Jin Eslami, D.D.S., M.S. and Gazab Bhandal, B.D.S., M.S
provide periodontics, dental implant placement, gum grafting,
cosmetic periodontal surgery, gum disease treatments.


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     POWELL ORAL SURGERY
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10260 Sawmill Parkway
             Powell, OH 43065
               (614) 766-7777
  • Home
  • Meet us
    • Dr. Jin Eslami
    • Dr. Reza Bolourian
    • Dr. Gazab Bhandal
    • Meet Our Team
  • Periodontics
    • Periodontal Conditions
    • Surgical Treatments >
      • Osseous Surgery
      • Periodontal Plastic Surgery
      • Gum Graft/Tissue Graft
      • Crown Lengthening
      • Frenectomy
    • Non-invasive Periodontics >
      • Scaling and Root Planning
      • Periodontal Maintenance
  • Oral Surgery
    • Wisdom Teeth Surgery
    • Bone Grafting
    • Sinus Lift
    • Oral Biopsy
    • Sedation Dentistry
  • Dental Implant Center
    • Single Tooth Dental Implant
    • Immediate Dental Implants
    • Same Day Implant Restoration
  • Patient Information
    • Before and After Photographs
    • Medical History Form
    • Surgery/Anesthesia Instructions
    • Tour of the Office
    • Why Choose US?
    • In The News
    • Map to our office
  • Contact US