# Frenectomy Providers in Washington, DC

> Find frenectomy providers in Washington, DC. Compare local providers, frenectomy services, clinic locations, contact details, and available treatment options.

Canonical: https://frenectomyguide.com/states/dc/washington

Last updated: 2026-11-01

67 oral surgery clinics, frenectomy centers and aftercare providers are listed in Washington, District of Columbia. Every listing shows the address, phone number and services; AAPD accreditation is marked where it applies.

| At a glance | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Clinics listed | 67 |
| Average rating | — |
| verified | 0 |
| ZIP codes covered | 19 |

## Frenectomy providers in Washington

- [Beverly Pediatric Dentistry](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/beverly-pediatric-dentistry-washington-dc) — 1426 21st St NW 2nd Floor, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-331-3474
- [Capital Center](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/capital-center-washington-dc) — 2311 M St NW #200, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-875-5369
- [Capital Center: Robert W. Emery DDS](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/capital-center-robert-w-emery-dds-washington-dc) — 2311 M St NW #200, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-875-5369
- [Capital Kids Dentistry](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/capital-kids-dentistry-washington-dc) — 4200 Wisconsin Ave NW 240 Suite 240, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-719-0078
- [Capital Oral & Facial Surgery Center](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/capital-oral-and-facial-surgery-center-washington-dc) — 1145 19th St NW #777, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-296-6600
- [Capitol Hill Pediatric Dentistry](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/capitol-hill-pediatric-dentistry-washington-dc) — 650 Pennsylvania Ave. SE Ste. 220, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-849-3292
- [Capitol Oral, Facial, and Implant Surgery](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/capitol-oral-facial-and-implant-surgery-washington-dc) — 1325 18th St NW #203, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-716-7626
- [Capitol Smiles Pediatric Dentistry of Washington](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/capitol-smiles-pediatric-dentistry-of-washington-washington-dc) — 4914 Central Ave NE, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-742-5356
- [Catherine Picken, MD](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/catherine-picken-md-washington-dc) — 1133 21st St NW Bldg. 2 (Suite 501, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-416-2000
- [Chevy Chase Implant & Oral Surgery - Drs. Park, Kunkle, Hill & Lindquist](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/chevy-chase-implant-and-oral-surgery-drs-park-kunkle-hill-and-lindquist-washingt) — 2021 K St NW #317, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-466-7555
- [Children's Choice Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/children-s-choice-pediatric-dentistry-and-orthodontics-washington-dc) — 2013 Bunker Hill Rd NE, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-410-0088
- [Children's National Hospital](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/children-s-national-hospital-washington-dc) — 111 Michigan Ave NW, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 888-884-2327
- [Coulter & Casper Pediatric Dentistry](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/coulter-and-casper-pediatric-dentistry-washington-dc) — 5225 Wisconsin Ave NW Ste 604, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-791-4327
- [D.C. Surgical Arts](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/d-c-surgical-arts-washington-dc) — 4301 50th St NW #200, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-360-4032
- [DC Pearls Dental Boutique](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/dc-pearls-dental-boutique-washington-dc) — 2440 M St NW Ste 709, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-750-8718
- [Dental Town DC Dentists](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/dental-town-dc-dentists-washington-dc) — 1145 19th St NW #602, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-798-2090
- [District Dental Surgery - Washington, DC](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/district-dental-surgery-washington-dc-washington-dc) — 1828 L St NW Ste 860, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-972-7946
- [District Pediatric Dentistry](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/district-pediatric-dentistry-washington-dc) — 3301 New Mexico Ave NW #123, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-350-2610
- [Dr. Arjun S. Joshi, MD](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/dr-arjun-s-joshi-md-washington-dc) — 2300 M St NW #4, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-741-3417
- [Dr. Brian K. Reilly, MD](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/dr-brian-k-reilly-md-washington-dc) — 111 Michigan Ave NW, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-476-2159
- [Dr. Gustavo N. Mongelos, DDS](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/dr-gustavo-n-mongelos-dds-washington-dc) — 1800 K St NW #1104, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-362-1024
- [Dr. Natalie A. Earl, MD](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/dr-natalie-a-earl-md-washington-dc) — 1120 19th St NW, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-466-7747
- [Dr. Thomas Shin](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/dr-thomas-shin-washington-dc) — 1325 18th St NW #203, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-716-7626
- [Dr. Timothy R. DeKlotz, MD](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/dr-timothy-r-deklotz-md-washington-dc) — 3800 Reservoir Rd NW, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-444-8186
- [ENT Medical Group of Washington](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/ent-medical-group-of-washington-washington-dc) — 2021 K St NW #810, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-223-3560
- [Earl Harley, MD](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/earl-harley-md-washington-dc) — 3800 Reservoir Rd 1st Fl. Gorman Building, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-295-0556
- [GW Ear, Nose & Throat Center - West End: 2300 M Street](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/gw-ear-nose-and-throat-center-west-end-2300-m-street-washington-dc) — 2300 M St NW 4th floor, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-741-3250
- [GWU Otolaryngology Head/Neck](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/gwu-otolaryngology-head-neck-washington-dc) — 2150 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-994-4008
- [George Zalzal, MD](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/george-zalzal-md-washington-dc) — 111 Michigan Ave NW, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 888-884-2327
- [Ivy City Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/ivy-city-pediatric-dentistry-and-orthodontics-washington-dc) — 2012 Hecht Ave NE, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-953-0171
- [Kalpakam A. Shastri, DDS](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/kalpakam-a-shastri-dds-washington-dc) — 110 Irving St NW, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-877-7000
- [L'Enfant Dental - Jeremy M. Robbins, DDS](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/l-enfant-dental-jeremy-m-robbins-dds-washington-dc) — 501 School St SW Ste 350, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-863-0688
- [La Luxe Dental](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/la-luxe-dental-washington-dc) — 1050 1st St NE Ste 101, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-918-1204
- [Laser Frenectomy](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/laser-frenectomy-washington-dc) — 2440 M St NW, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-873-9696
- [Matthew Lee Pierce, MD](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/matthew-lee-pierce-md-washington-dc) — 106 Irving St., NW Physicians Office Building, Ste. 2700 North, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-877-6733
- [MedStar Health Oral Surgery at MedStar Washington Hospital Center](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/medstar-health-oral-surgery-at-medstar-washington-hospital-center-washington-dc) — Room GA144, 110 Irving St NW, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-877-3627
- [MedStar Health: Otolaryngology at Lafayette Centre](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/medstar-health-otolaryngology-at-lafayette-centre-washington-dc) — 1133 21st St NW Bldg. 2 (Suite 501, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-416-2000
- [MedStar Health: Otolaryngology at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/medstar-health-otolaryngology-at-medstar-georgetown-university-hospital-washingt) — 3800 Reservoir Rd 1st Fl. Gorman Building, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-295-0556
- [MedStar Health: Otolaryngology at MedStar Washington Hospital Center](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/medstar-health-otolaryngology-at-medstar-washington-hospital-center-washington-d) — 106 Irving St., NW Physicians Office Building, Ste. 2700 North, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-877-6733
- [My Tooth Center: Dr. Alberth Rodriguez DDS](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/my-tooth-center-dr-alberth-rodriguez-dds-washington-dc) — 3900 16th St NW #115, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-595-3512
- [Nizar Tejani, MD](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/nizar-tejani-md-washington-dc) — 2300 M St NW 4th floor, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-741-3250
- [Oral Surgery DC](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/oral-surgery-dc-washington-dc) — 1357 Marion Barry Ave SE, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-610-0600
- [Pearson Pediatric Dentistry](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/pearson-pediatric-dentistry-washington-dc) — 2041 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE Ste M11, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-889-5200
- [Pediatric Dentistry- Mahnaz Shahinfar DDS](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/pediatric-dentistry-mahnaz-shahinfar-dds-washington-dc) — 5100 Wisconsin Ave #309, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-363-1537
- [Potomac Plastic Surgery: Houtan Chaboki, MD](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/potomac-plastic-surgery-houtan-chaboki-md-washington-dc) — 2311 M St NW #501, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-800-2085
- [Ravi Agarwal, DDS](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/ravi-agarwal-dds-washington-dc) — Room GA144, 110 Irving St NW, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-877-7332
- [Rockstar Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/rockstar-pediatric-dentistry-and-orthodontics-washington-dc) — 7838 Eastern Ave NW Ste D, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-596-9094
- [Rose Park Pediatric Dentistry](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/rose-park-pediatric-dentistry-washington-dc) — 2440 M St NW #315, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-873-9696
- [Saltman Implantology & Oral Surgery](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/saltman-implantology-and-oral-surgery-washington-dc) — 1426 21st St NW 2nd Floor, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-331-4110
- [Selena Eldora Briggs, MD](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/selena-eldora-briggs-md-washington-dc) — 106 Irving St., NW Physicians Office Building, Ste. 2700 North, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-877-6733
- [ShiningStars Pediatric Dentistry NW Washington DC](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/shiningstars-pediatric-dentistry-nw-washington-dc-washington-dc) — 4301 Connecticut Ave NW Unit 453, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-470-3676
- [ShiningStars Pediatric Dentistry NorthEast Washington DC](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/shiningstars-pediatric-dentistry-northeast-washington-dc-washington-dc) — 435 Ingraham St NE, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-600-4833
- [Siranli Implants & Facial Aesthetics & Prosthodontics](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/siranli-implants-and-facial-aesthetics-and-prosthodontics-washington-dc) — 2112 F St NW STE 605, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-466-4530
- [Smile Valley Pediatric Dentistry](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/smile-valley-pediatric-dentistry-washington-dc) — 4910 Massachusetts Ave NW #311, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-237-2833
- [SmileHQ](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/smilehq-washington-dc) — 4820 13th St NW, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-829-3100
- [Stanley Hung-Hsuan Chia, MD](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/stanley-hung-hsuan-chia-md-washington-dc) — 106 Irving St., NW Physicians Office Building, Ste. 2700 North, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-877-6733
- [The Breastfeeding Center](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/the-breastfeeding-center-washington-dc) — 1020 19th St NW Ste 150, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-293-5182
- [The District Center for Oral, Facial & Implant Surgery: Dr. Allen A. Robinson, DDS](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/the-district-center-for-oral-facial-and-implant-surgery-dr-allen-a-robinson-dds-) — 2440 M St NW #807, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-871-1955
- [The Feldman ENT Group - Washington D.C.](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/the-feldman-ent-group-washington-d-c-washington-dc) — 1120 19th St NW Ste 316, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 301-652-8847
- [The Washington Institute for Mouth, Face, and Jaw Surgery](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/the-washington-institute-for-mouth-face-and-jaw-surgery-washington-dc) — 2021 K St NW #200, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-466-3323
- [Thomas Troost, MD, PhD, FACS](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/thomas-troost-md-phd-facs-washington-dc) — 2300 M St NW 4th floor, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-741-3250
- [Treasured Pearls Dentistry-Dr. Kari McKenzie-Farragut West Farragut North Metro](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/treasured-pearls-dentistry-dr-kari-mckenzie-farragut-west-farragut-north-metro-w) — 818 18th St NW #640, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-776-0901
- [Triumph Pediatrics](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/triumph-pediatrics-washington-dc) — 919 Florida Ave NW #703, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-621-9793
- [Washington Center for Dentistry](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/washington-center-for-dentistry-washington-dc) — 1430 K St NW 8TH FLOOR, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-517-8035
- [Washington Oral & Facial Surgery & Dental Implant Center](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/washington-oral-and-facial-surgery-and-dental-implant-center-washington-dc) — 1234 19th St NW #508, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-223-3391
- [Waterfront Dental Implant & Oral Surgery Center](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/waterfront-dental-implant-and-oral-surgery-center-washington-dc) — 300 M St SE Ste 410, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 202-733-1856
- [Waterfront Oral Surgery](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/waterfront-oral-surgery-washington-dc) — 700 7th St SW, Washington, DC · Phone: +1 844-578-2719

## Frenectomy providers closest to Washington

- [Pashapour Oral + Facial Surgery](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/pashapour-oral-facial-surgery-arlington-va) — Arlington, VA · 3.7 mi away
- [Little Diamonds Pediatric Dentistry](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/little-diamonds-pediatric-dentistry-arlington-va) — Arlington, VA · 4.3 mi away
- [Children's Dentistry of Arlington - Pediatric & Orthodontics](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/children-s-dentistry-of-arlington-pediatric-and-orthodontics-arlington-va) — Arlington, VA · 4.3 mi away
- [Bethesda Chevy Chase Oral Surgery](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/bethesda-chevy-chase-oral-surgery-chevy-chase-md) — Chevy Chase, MD · 4.5 mi away
- [Untie Baby](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/untie-baby-chevy-chase-md) — Chevy Chase, MD · 4.5 mi away
- [The International Center for TMJ and Jaw Surgery](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/the-international-center-for-tmj-and-jaw-surgery-arlington-va) — Arlington, VA · 4.9 mi away

## Frenectomy in Washington: common questions

### How long does a frenectomy take in Washington?

A simple frenotomy — the quick release usually done for infants — takes only a few minutes. A full frenectomy, more common in older children and adults, typically takes 15 to 30 minutes in the chair, and most patients go home the same day. The 67 frenectomy providers listed in Washington can confirm timing and whether sedation is offered.

### Is a frenectomy painful, and is anesthesia used?

The area is numbed with a local anesthetic, so the release itself is not painful. Infants are usually treated with a topical or local numbing agent; older children and adults may also be offered sedation. Mild soreness and a small white patch at the site are normal for a few days and settle on their own.

### How long does frenectomy recovery take in Washington?

Most people are eating and speaking normally within a few days. Stretching or massage exercises are usually recommended for two to four weeks so the tissue does not reattach — this is the part patients most often skip, and the part that most affects the result.

### Does insurance cover a frenectomy in Washington, DC?

Coverage depends on your plan and on whether the release is considered medically necessary. Some providers bill medical insurance — often CPT 40819 for a frenectomy or 41010 for a simple release — while others bill a dental plan under CDT D7960 or D7963; self-pay is also common. Ask the clinic which codes it uses and confirm with your insurer before booking.

### How many frenectomy providers are in Washington?

There are 67 frenectomy providers listed in Washington, DC in this directory. The clinics cover 20001–20057.

### How do I find a tongue-tie doctor near me in Washington?

Ask your dentist, pediatrician or primary care doctor for a referral to a provider who releases tongue-ties and lip-ties, or use the clinic list on this page to compare local practices. Look for relevant credentials, an AAPD-accredited center where listed, and a clear aftercare plan.

## What a frenectomy costs: insurance and out-of-pocket

A frenectomy is billed either to a medical plan — often CPT 40819 for older children and adults, or 41010 for a simple release — or to a dental plan under CDT D7960 or D7963. What you actually pay depends on your plan, your deductible and the provider — the ranges below are typical national figures for illustration, not quotes for Washington.

| Payer | Infant frenotomy (in-office release) | Frenectomy / laser release | Prior authorization |

| --- | --- | --- | --- |

| Medicare Part B | Rarely the primary payer for an infant release | Sometimes covered when medically necessary · typical 20% coinsurance | Requires documented medical necessity |

| Commercial medical plan | Often covered · typical $0–$150 after deductible | Usually covered when medically necessary · typical $0–$300 after deductible | Frequently required for older children and adults |

| Dental plan (PPO) | Usually not covered; sometimes billed as D7960 | Typically 15–50% coinsurance after deductible (D7960 / D7963) | Some plans pre-authorize against the annual maximum |

| Self-pay | Typical flat $150–$600 | Typical flat $400–$1,500 depending on technique | Not applicable |

Ranges are national estimates for illustration only — actual cost depends on your plan, deductible and the clinic; verify with the clinic and your insurer.

## Frenectomy guides for Washington patients

- [Frenectomy Cost in 2026: Prices, Insurance and Billing Codes](https://frenectomyguide.com/articles/frenectomy-cost) — Frenectomy cost varies widely by provider, setting, age, and whether insurance covers it. A simple in-office frenectomy is commonly reported in the low hundreds of dollars, while hospital-based car…
- [What Is a Frenectomy? Procedure, Types and Recovery](https://frenectomyguide.com/articles/what-is-a-frenectomy) — A frenectomy is a minor surgical procedure that releases a tight band of tissue called a frenulum. Frenula connect the tongue to the floor of the mouth, the upper lip to the gums, and other oral st…
- [Frenectomy Procedure: Step by Step, From Consult to Healing](https://frenectomyguide.com/articles/frenectomy-procedure) — A frenectomy procedure is a minor surgical release of a tight oral frenulum—the band of tissue connecting the tongue or lip to nearby structures. It can be done with scissors, scalpel, or laser, of…
- [Laser Frenectomy: Procedure, Recovery, Cost and What to Expect](https://frenectomyguide.com/articles/laser-frenectomy) — A laser frenectomy is a short office procedure that releases a tight lingual or labial frenulum with a focused light beam instead of a scalpel. The laser cuts and seals tissue at the same time, whi…

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