What Is A Laser Frenectomy Procedure ?

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A laser frenectomy treatment procedure involves removing the connective tissue in your mouth, known as a frenum and frenulum, which connects with gums and upper lips in your teeth and mouth. Laser frenectomy is a modern technique and non-invasive laser therapy for removing unwanted tissue from tongue-tie and lip-tie. Frenectomy procedure is helpful to improve speech quality.

Mostly laser frenectomy is suitable for kids because in childhood the body organs are growing. This treatment is painless because a local anesthesia is used by experts to numb the gums and affected area. At RiverPlace Periodontics our periodontists are specialists in laser frenectomy. It is done within hours.

Types of Laser Frenectomy ➖
Labial frenectomy - Labial frenectomy is a surgical procedure that is performed by periodontist, with this therapy they remove unwanted tissue from teeth and mouth which are connected with upper lips and upper teeth.

Maxillary frenectomy - Maxillary frenectomy is a common treatment for kids and the best time to perform this treatment is childhood. With this therapy dentist ...
... and periodontist fix the loose teeth and use toothy to provide support for gums.

Lingual frenectomy - Lingual frenectomy is used to remove unwanted tissue from tongue-tie and lip-tie. It is also helpful to improve the speech quality.

Buccal frenectomy - Buccal frenectomy is also a surgical therapy that removes tissues from the mouth connected with cheek and gums. It is also known as buccal-tie and maxillary buccal frenectomy.

At Riverplace Periodontics you get high quality and modern equipment for laser frenectomy. We provide personalised and professional care for every patient. A frenectomy is a surgical procedure that releases this attachment, allowing the tongue or lip to move freely and properly. It can also remove tissue that may be contributing to a large space between teeth or relieve a tissue pull that causes gum grafting.

Benefits of Laser Frenectomy ➖
Minimally Invasive – There is no need for scalpels or stitches. It is a very safe and smooth procedure.

Reduced Bleeding – The laser cauterizes as it cuts, minimizing blood loss.

Less Pain & Discomfort – This laser treatment is pain-less .But sometimes many patients feel some pain, to reduce the pain periodontists use local anesthesia to numb the affected area.

Faster Healing Time – The damaged tissue is recovered within days because it is a laser therapy.Because there is minimum need to add cuts.

Lower Risk of Infection – Laser sterilizes the area, reducing the risk of bacterial infections.When a laser is used it is decomposed and not be used for next therapy.

Improved Speech & Feeding – Helps infants, children, and adults with tongue-tie or lip-tie issues.

Enhanced Dental Health – Prevents gum recession, spacing issues, and other dental concerns.

Precision & Accuracy – The laser targets only the affected tissue, preserving healthy areas.

Less Anxiety for Patients – No needles or invasive tools, making it ideal for children and anxious patients.

Immediate Results – Many patients notice improved tongue or lip mobility right after the procedure.

Frenums are folds of tissue that help to keep mobile organs in the body connected. One of these attachment bands, the lingual frenum, moors the tongue to the floor of the mouth. There are others inside the upper and lower lips, called labial frenums. When a frenum is too tight or anchored too low, it inhibits oral function. Frenums can cause speech impairment, gum tissue recession, or spaces between teeth.

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