Frenectomy
A tiny strip of tissue can have an outsized effect on your daily life. If your tongue or lip feels tethered, you already know the frustration: trouble pronouncing words, difficulty eating certain foods, gaps between teeth that won’t close, or—if you’re a parent—endless struggles with breastfeeding.
These challenges don’t mean something is “wrong” with you or your child. They simply mean the frenum, the small band of tissue in the mouth, is holding on too tightly. That’s where a frenectomy can make all the difference.
Precision Implants
When a Frenum Holds You Back
Most people never notice their frenum. But when it’s too short, thick, or restrictive, it can get in the way of the basics:
A child struggles to latch, leaving mom in pain
A teenager hides their smile because of a gap between front teeth
An adult avoids certain foods because chewing feels awkward
Speech sounds aren’t crisp, leading to frustration in school or at work
Untreated Frenal pull can contribute to gingival recession, which is the most common referral reason to periodontists
These aren’t small inconveniences. They ripple into confidence, relationships, and everyday life.
A Small Procedure with Big Impact
A frenectomy is a simple, in-office procedure that releases the tight band of tissue. In just a few minutes, movement is restored. No hospital stay. No lengthy downtime. Most patients are surprised at how quick and comfortable it feels—and how quickly they notice a difference.
For children, it can mean finally nursing without tears. For teens, it’s a chance to close that front-tooth gap with braces. For adults, it’s enjoying dinner without worrying if their tongue can do its job.
Why Families Choose Precision Periodontal and Implant Center
This isn’t just about a procedure. It’s about trust. Parents bring their infants, teens, and even themselves here because they want:
Gentle care
that makes the process easy, not stressful
Experience
with both simple and complex cases
Clear guidance
on what to expect before, during, and after treatment
Lasting results
that don’t just fix a problem, but free up life
We focus on your comfort at every step so the procedure feels less like surgery and more like a step toward normalcy.
What Life Looks Like After
Picture your child nursing calmly for the first time. Or your teen smiling fully because the space in their front teeth is closing. Or yourself, speaking and eating with ease instead of strain.
That’s the future a frenectomy helps create—one where a small obstacle no longer controls the way you live.
Healing That Fits Your Life
Recovery is fast. Most people return to regular routines almost immediately. Some mild soreness is normal, but it fades quickly. With the right guidance and follow-up, healing is smooth, and results last.
And because every patient is different, you’ll receive support tailored to your needs—whether that means tips for breastfeeding, stretches for speech, or reassurance that you’re on the right track.
Take the
Next Step
If you or your child are being held back by a tongue-tie or lip-tie, the answer doesn’t have to be complicated. A frenectomy is a small procedure that opens the door to a big improvement in daily life.
Call 310-708-3938 today to schedule an appointment with Precision Periodontal and Implant Center and find out how freedom of movement can change everything.