Is your tongue or your child's tongue attached to the floor of their mouth? Ankyloglossia is a term that explains that a tongue is tongue-tied. This extra tissue that holds the tongue down tends to affect speech quite a bit. Sometimes this extra tissue is found connecting the upper lip to the gums above the front 2 teeth. This causes a separation of the front 2 teeth called a diastema. A simple procedure called a frenectomy, or frenulectomy, can be done that cuts the extra tissue so that it is not a problem in the future. Typically it is something insurance pays for as well. The frenectomy can be done with either a scalpel or a laser. At my office we have used a laser for this procedure. There's less pain and healing is easier with a laser. If you are interested in finding out more about dental health and need more information, please call us or visit our website at the link below.
-Dr. Cooper
-Dr. Cooper
859-309-6052
Cooper Family Dentistry is a dental office located in the Lansdowne Shopping Center on Tates Creek Rd. in Lexington, KY dedicated to helping you and your family achieve the best oral care.
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