A frenum is a muscle attachment that restricts the movement of an organ or a section of skin, typically observed within a dental context between the two front teeth, either upper or lower, and the inner lip. It connects the inner lip to the gum tissue. In cases where the frenum attachment is higher towards the surface, and there is an absence of attached gingiva, it may contribute to gum recession.

When a frenulum grows excessively large, it can impede the proper positioning of surrounding teeth, potentially creating an unattractive gap by pushing them apart. If this tension is noticeable and disrupts the neighbouring teeth from fitting together precisely, a surgical procedure known as a frenectomy may be recommended. This straightforward surgical intervention involves cutting the problematic frenum to alleviate the tension it causes. With years of experience, we specialize in addressing excessively large frenums, with or without a gingival graft, to release stress and reverse any adverse effects caused by the frenum.