Who Performs a Frenectomy?

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Who Performs a Frenectomy?

#1 Post by BracedSurgeryStudent »

Hi, I do believe I might need a frenectomy I have a bit of a gap between my top central Inscisors. And the skins excess there its confusing to say but on the offchance that I do need a Frenectomy, who performs it? Is it my orthodontist or an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon? Or the General Dentist? How much would one cost in boston? Considering I don't have (dental)insurance?
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Re: Who Performs a Frenectomy?

#2 Post by Skylines »

I can't answer the question about prices, as I don't live in Boston nor have I had the procedure done, myself...

But a quick Google search seemed to show that the procedure is usually performed in your orthodontist's office or the dentist's office. Maybe you should ask your orthodontist more about it- I'm sure he has all the answers you need! :)

"A frenectomy is a simple procedure, and is often performed in the dentist or orthodontist’s office. Patients rarely experience any complications from the surgery, and it can often correct problems that have or could occur due to excess tissue..." (http://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-a-frenectomy.htm)

Much luck!

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