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Michael L. Nero DMD, LLC | Frenectomy in Somers

Michael L. Nero DMD, LLC

Family Dentistry

646 Main Street  Somers, CT 06071

Phone:  (860) 749-9911

Fax:  (860) 749-0284

Frenectomy
 
Michael L. Nero DMD, LLC in Somers

A frenulum is a piece of tissue that prevents an organ from moving. There is a frenulum that attaches your upper lip to the gums, while another connects the lower lip to the gums. A frenulum that is too short or thick, will cause problems in speech patterns and tooth misalignment. In infants, a shortened frenulum underneath the tongue will inhibit breastfeeding. When the frenulum disrupts movement, growth, or development, corrective action is necessary to resolve the situation.

A frenectomy is a minor surgical procedure that is performed in your dentist’s office. It can be performed with either a scalpel or laser and takes less than 15 minutes. Using a laser causes very little bleeding and does not require stitches. A laser also results in less postoperative discomfort and a shorter healing time. Young children and infants are put under general anesthesia for the procedure and adults have the procedure performed using local anesthesia. If your child needs a frenectomy, there is nothing to worry about. The procedure is very successful and causes minimal discomfort.

 
 
 
Somers Dentist | Frenectomy. Michael Nero is a Somers Dentist.