Frenectomyin Coimbatore
The short answer: A frenectomy releases a tight band of tissue under the tongue or lip that limits movement. It can help with a tongue-tie that affects feeding or speech, or a lip-tie or upper lip attachment that causes a gap or gum recession. It is a short procedure done under local anaesthesia.
Reviewed by Dr. K. Saravanan, MDS (Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics), Reg. LM4646 · Last reviewed 7 November 2026
- Typical time
- A few minutes to half an hour
- Recovery
- Healing in one to two weeks
- Led by
- Dr. K. Saravanan, LM4646
The process
- 1
Assessment of movement and function
- 2
Local anaesthesia
- 3
Release of the tight tissue with laser or scalpel
- 4
Aftercare and exercises when advised
Benefits
- Improves tongue or lip movement
- Short procedure
- May help speech and cleaning
Good to know
- Not every tight frenum needs treatment
- Stretching exercises may be needed after tongue-tie release
- Speech therapy may also help
Is Tongue-Tie & Lip-Tie Release right for you?
- Infants and children with a tight tongue or lip attachment affecting feeding or speech
- Adults with a tight frenum causing a gap or gum pulling
- Patients before orthodontic treatment
What affects the cost?
Fees depend on your examination, so we do not quote fixed prices online. The main factors are:
- Technique used
- Age of the patient
- Follow-up
Your dentist
Dr. K. Saravanan
MDS (Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics) · 9 years experience · Reg. LM4646 · Member, Indian Orthodontic Society
Frenectomy: your questions answered
A short or tight band under the tongue that restricts movement and can affect feeding, speech or oral hygiene.
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