There are two frenulums in our mouth that cause problems for some people and are recommended to be corrected in childhood. The frenulum is a mucous bridle that connects the upper lip to the gum between the upper first teeth. In some people, anatomically it is shorter or lower attached and causes problems such as:
- Retraction of the gum from the neck of the tooth
- Displacement of the front teeth and formation of the so-called diastema (gate)
- Plaque retention
- Local irritation
- Formation of periodontal pocket and recession
There is a frenulum that connects the tongue to the floor of the mouth. In some people, it can be shorter, which leads to disturbances in feeding, breastfeeding, speech, etc.
Frenulotomy is a manipulation that corrects the length or location of this frenulum. It can be with a surgical incision and suture or a laser.
The advantages of laser frenulotomy are:
- Short procedure 3-5 minutes
- Lack of bleeding and stitching
- Shorter recovery period
- Almost painless
There is usually no need for special preparation for the intervention to correct the short frenulum, but it is important not to perform it on an empty stomach. All you have to do is make an appointment with a dentist who will examine you and explain everything necessary to correct the frenulum. Once you understand everything you can schedule an appointment to perform the frenulotomy.
At the Dr. Boneva dental center, we are completely focused on painless and efficient treatment for you and your family. With us, frenulotomy is performed with a laser, which is extremely fast and painless for children and adults. You can book a convenient appointment quickly and easily online or by calling +359 877 886 816.