What is Frenulectomy?

Surgical removal of the frenulum (tongue-tie or lip-tie) to improve speech or breastfeeding

What type of anesthesia is used?

Frenulectomy is typically performed under Local anesthesia. Your anaesthetist will review your health history, medications, and allergies before the procedure to ensure safety.

What is the recovery time?

Most patients recover within 1 week, though this varies by individual health, age, and compliance with physiotherapy. Light activities can usually resume within a few weeks; full recovery takes longer.

What are the risks of Frenulectomy?

As with any surgical procedure, risks include bleeding, infection, anaesthesia reactions, and rare complications such as injury to adjacent structures. Your surgeon will discuss your personal risk profile during the consent process.

What is the success rate of Frenulectomy?

Frenulectomy has a documented success rate of 99% when performed by qualified surgeons at accredited hospitals. Outcomes depend on the patient's overall health, disease severity, and adherence to post-operative care.

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Q: Who needs Frenulectomy?

Frenulectomy is recommended when non-surgical treatments have failed, when the condition significantly affects quality of life, or when imaging confirms the need for intervention. Your Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery surgeon will assess your suitability after a detailed consultation.

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🔬How Frenulectomy is Performed

1Pre-operative assessment — blood work, ECG, imaging, and fitness for local anesthesia
2Administration of local anesthesia by the anaesthesia team
3Surgical access — incisions or ports created based on open or minimally invasive approach
4Core procedure: Surgical removal of the frenulum (tongue-tie or lip-tie) to improve speech or breastfeeding
5Haemostasis, drain placement if needed, and systematic closure of surgical layers
6Transfer to recovery room for anaesthesia reversal and vital-sign monitoring

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