Fraenum Health Dictionary

Also known as the fraenum or frenulum, this comprises the folds of mucous membrane that anchor the bottom of the tongue to the ?oor of the mouth.... frenum

(tongue-tie) n. a congenital anomaly in which an unusually short, thick, or tight *fraenum restricts the mobility of the tongue. It is often first noticed in a newborn who has difficulty breastfeeding. No treatment is required unless the condition is extreme, in which case surgical division of the fraenum may be necessary.... ankyloglossia

(frenectomy, frenulectomy, frenotomy) n. an operation to remove the fraenum, including the underlying fibrous tissue.... fraenectomy

n. see fraenum.... frenulum