| The muscles of the cheeks and lips are attached to
the gums and tissue of the mouth by a piece of soft tissue called
a frenum. Sometimes a frenum can be attached too high on the gums
causing either recession or spaces between teeth. |
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In addition, there is another frenum under the tongue. If this frenum
is attached too close to the end of the tongue it can adversely affect
swallowing and speech. Sometimes this is referred to as being "tongue-tied".
| A Frenectomy is a simple procedure where either part
or all of the frenum in question is removed in order to return a healthy
balance to the mouth. |
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