Frenectomies for Lip and Tongue Tie in ABQ

ABQ Pediatric Dentistry provides frenectomies for children in Albuquerque, NM. Call 505-888-3520 to learn more and schedule your appointment.

A frenectomy is a simple surgical procedure performed to release the connection of the “frenum,” a connective muscle between two tissues.  There are two types of oral frenectomies that are frequently performed on both adults and children for a variety of reasons.

A Labial Frenectomy is performed on the tissue that connects the lip to the gums.  This may be performed on children or adults to aid with orthodontic treatment or even help with the proper fitting for a denture or appliance.

A Lingual Frenectomy may also be referred to as the release of tongue-ties (ankyloglossia).  This procedure is performed on the connective tissue under the tongue. The procedure is often performed on neonatal patients to assist with nursing or on toddlers or older patients who need the surgery to help correct speech issues caused by limited movement due the the frenum.

Our office is proud to use the Waterlase iPlus Laser for these procedures.