A frenum is a piece of tissue that connects different parts of the mouth together. There are several frena present, including the lingual frenum (the piece of tissue under the tongue that connects your tongue to your mouth), the labial frenum (which attaches both your bottom and top lips to your mouth), and the buccal frena (which connect your gums to your cheeks).

Frena are an essential part of our smiles and keep our mouths healthy and functional. However, there are certain cases where the frena are hindering to the mouth’s daily activities, such as speaking and eating. What is a frenectomy, and why is it necessary?

An article by Dr. Nhien Lu. Originally published by Your Dental Health Resource.

Read the full article here: Ask the Dentist: What is a Frenectomy?