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Frenectomy in Bengaluru — Laser Tongue-Tie & Lip-Tie Release
Laser frenectomy releases restrictive tongue-tie or lip-tie in under 10 minutes. No sutures, minimal bleeding, immediate results — by AALT-certified Dr. V. Divyashree at Dentick.
Types of Frenectomy We Perform
The frenum is a small band of tissue. When too tight, it restricts movement, feeding, and speech.
Tongue-Tie (Lingual Frenectomy)
A short or tight lingual frenum limits tongue movement — affecting infant feeding, speech in children, and oral hygiene in adults. Laser release restores full tongue mobility immediately.
Lip-Tie (Labial Frenectomy)
A tight upper lip frenum can prevent lip seal, affect breastfeeding, and create a gap between front teeth (diastema). Laser release takes under 5 minutes.
Gum-Pulling Frenum
A frenum that pulls on the gum near a tooth causes localised recession, risking bone and tooth loss over time. Laser release eliminates the tension.
Novolase Laser Advantage
Simultaneous cutting, sterilisation, and coagulation. No sutures needed. Minimal bleeding, dramatically less post-op pain, and 50% faster healing vs scalpel.
How Laser Frenectomy Works at Dentick
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Assessment
We check tongue or lip mobility, feeding difficulty (for infants), speech impact (for children), or gum recession risk (for adults) to confirm a frenectomy is the right treatment.
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Topical Anaesthetic
A numbing gel is applied to the area. Most infants need no anaesthetic at all given how brief the procedure is.
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Laser Release
The Novolase Diode Laser precisely releases the tight frenum tissue in under 10 minutes, sealing blood vessels and nerve endings as it cuts.
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Immediate Mobility Check
We confirm improved tongue or lip movement right away — for infants, this often means an immediate improvement in latch during feeding.
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Post-Op Stretches
Simple stretching exercises for 2–3 weeks prevent the tissue from reattaching and help lock in the full range of motion gained.
Frenectomy — Common Questions
Yes — one of the most common laser procedures for newborns and infants. It is precise, quick, and causes minimal distress. Feeding often improves immediately after the procedure.
Topical anaesthetic is used for adults. For infants, the procedure is so fast that significant distress is unusual. The laser seals nerve endings simultaneously, reducing post-operative sensitivity.
Most patients recover in 3–5 days. No sutures, minimal swelling, no dietary restrictions after 24 hours. We provide post-op exercises to prevent reattachment and optimise the result.
Tongue-tie release creates the potential for better speech. Speech therapy exercises post-procedure help retrain tongue movement for optimal long-term benefit.
There is no minimum or maximum age — we perform laser frenectomies on newborns just days old, through to adults. Each case is assessed on its own merits rather than age alone.
Laser frenectomy typically costs ₹3,000–₹8,000 depending on whether it is a simple tongue-tie or lip-tie release, or a more involved gum-pulling frenum correction. An exact quote is given at your consultation.
Book a Consultation
Available for all ages at BTM Layout 2nd Stage and JP Nagar 7th Phase.