Frenectomy

The lip band (frenulum) usually attach from the lip to both the middle of the front teeth and to the premolars.

  • It may be necessary to remove the lip band as it can pull so much into the gums that the gums retract and the tooth becomes longer.
  • With braces, it is also removed to help close the gap between the front teeth.
  • Patients with dentures can be bothered by it, as the band can move and then loosen the denture when the patient’s lip moves.
  • Removal has no negative effect on either lip or mouth.
  • Frenectomy takes about 15-20 minutes including anesthesia. Self-dissolving stitches are used.
Source: Tandlægeforeningen