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Specialist Care for Frenectomies, Tongue and Lip Ties

Some conditions that have such a large impact on your life can have the simplest solutions. We make it look easy, and our Chattanooga, TN, board-certified specialists offer proven results with gentle, precise frenectomy treatment.

A frenulum is a thin piece of connective tissue found in the mouth that attaches one area to another. They help the lips and tongue function properly. Frenula are found under the tongue and inside the middle of the upper and lower lips. Also, frenula are present on the sides of your mouth where the cheeks connect to the gums. When they are too tight, it can lead to problems.


What kind of issues can a tight frenulum cause?

  • Trouble swallowing
  • Speech impediments
  • Mouth breathing
  • Hard to clean teeth
  • Restricted movements
  • Gum recession
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Our technology helps us easily perform periodontic and soft tissue frenectomies on patients.


Recognizing Possible Problems with Frenula

On the top arch, the middle frenulum may extend down between the front teeth. Since these can cause movement restrictions, children can develop speech problems. They can also create challenges for developing teeth by making them spread apart.

Adults can experience difficulty breathing, eating, speaking, swallowing, and even cleaning their teeth. High frenula attachments can contribute to sleep apnea, structural development deformities, and digestive issues.

Why Choose a Frenectomy?

Our practice serving Chattanooga, TN and Dalton, GA can help you by performing a minimally-invasive frenectomies.

We’ve invested in state-of-the-art lasers to help us easily perform soft tissue frenectomies on adult and child patients. During a frenectomy, our periodontists will loosen the tissue, freeing up movement. It’s a very safe and simple procedure that only takes a few minutes. There’s very little bleeding and it’s virtually painless. The effects it has on your well-being is life-changing and instant. 


Let Us Help Improve Your Life

Don’t hesitate any longer. Call our specialists at (423) 756-2450 today!