Why does your child have trouble speaking clearly? Why do you have a gap between your bottom front teeth? These conditions and more may be attributed to a small band of muscle called the frenulum, or frenum. Located beneath the tongue or between the upper lip and gums, a large frenulum interferes with oral function, proper tooth alignment, clear speech and more.
Dr. L. Blaine Kennington, your dentist serving Chehalis, removes these troublesome flaps of tissue during a simple in-office surgery at Cowlitz River Dental. If you think need a frenectomy, he’ll be happy to explain the details.