Laser frenectomy

A frenectomy is the surgical release or removal of a frenum — a band of soft tissue connecting the lips, cheeks, or tongue to the oral mucosa or gingival tissue. Restricted frena can cause tongue mobility limitations (ankyloglossia/tongue-tie), gingival recession at the site of attachment, or spacing between adjacent teeth.

Lingual frenectomy (tongue-tie release) is indicated when restricted tongue mobility affects swallowing, speech, oral rest posture, or orthodontic treatment outcomes. Labial frenectomy is indicated when a thick or low maxillary frenum contributes to a diastema or gingival pull.

Frenectomies at Aloha Dental Group are performed using the Fotona Er:YAG laser, providing a precise, suture-free procedure with minimal bleeding and faster healing than conventional scalpel techniques.