# Frenectomy Providers in Cranston, RI > Find frenectomy providers in Cranston, RI. Compare local providers, frenectomy services, clinic locations, contact details, and available treatment options. Canonical: https://frenectomyguide.com/states/ri/cranston Last updated: 2026-11-01 6 oral surgery clinics, frenectomy centers and aftercare providers are listed in Cranston, Rhode Island. Every listing shows the address, phone number and services; AAPD accreditation is marked where it applies. | At a glance | Value | | --- | --- | | Clinics listed | 6 | | Average rating | — | | verified | 0 | | ZIP codes covered | 1 | ## Frenectomy providers in Cranston - [Cranston Pediatric Dentistry](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/cranston-pediatric-dentistry-cranston-ri) — 67 Phenix Ave, Cranston, RI · Phone: +1 401-473-0400 - [Dr. Fotini Dionisopoulos, DMD](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/dr-fotini-dionisopoulos-dmd-cranston-ri) — 1090 New London Ave Ste 2, Cranston, RI · Phone: +1 401-943-7535 - [Martin Elson, DDS](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/martin-elson-dds-cranston-ri) — 1265 Reservoir Ave, Cranston, RI · Phone: +1 401-464-6406 - [Oral Maxillofacial Surgeons Ltd](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/oral-maxillofacial-surgeons-ltd-cranston-ri) — 1265 Reservoir Ave, Cranston, RI · Phone: +1 401-464-6406 - [Oral Surgery of Rhode Island | Cranston](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/oral-surgery-of-rhode-island-cranston-cranston-ri) — 351 Budlong Rd, Cranston, RI · Phone: +1 401-296-3797 - [Pediatric Dentistry Limited](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/pediatric-dentistry-limited-cranston-ri) — 1090 New London Ave Ste 2, Cranston, RI · Phone: +1 401-943-7535 ## Frenectomy providers near Cranston - [Warwick](https://frenectomyguide.com/states/ri/warwick) — 3 clinics · 6 km - [Johnston](https://frenectomyguide.com/states/ri/johnston) — 5 clinics · 8 km - [Providence](https://frenectomyguide.com/states/ri/providence) — 66 clinics · 8 km - [East Providence](https://frenectomyguide.com/states/ri/east-providence) — 8 clinics · 10 km - [Riverside](https://frenectomyguide.com/states/ri/riverside) — 2 clinics · 11 km - [North Providence](https://frenectomyguide.com/states/ri/north-providence) — 3 clinics · 11 km - [Coventry](https://frenectomyguide.com/states/ri/coventry) — 2 clinics · 12 km - [East Greenwich](https://frenectomyguide.com/states/ri/east-greenwich) — 3 clinics · 13 km ## Frenectomy providers closest to Cranston - [RI Oral Surgery & Implant Center](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/ri-oral-surgery-and-implant-center-warwick-ri) — Warwick, RI · 2.0 mi away - [New England Dental advanced cosmetic dentistry](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/new-england-dental-advanced-cosmetic-dentistry-providence-ri) — Providence, RI · 3.7 mi away - [Hodosh Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/hodosh-cosmetic-and-implant-dentistry-providence-ri) — Providence, RI · 3.7 mi away - [Comfort Dental](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/comfort-dental-providence-ri) — Providence, RI · 3.7 mi away - [Rhode Island Free Clinic](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/rhode-island-free-clinic-providence-ri) — Providence, RI · 3.9 mi away - [Cranial Technologies](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/cranial-technologies-providence-ri) — Providence, RI · 3.9 mi away ## Frenectomy in Cranston: common questions ### How long does a frenectomy take in Cranston? 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 6 frenectomy providers listed in Cranston 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 Cranston? 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 Cranston, RI? 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 Cranston? There are 6 frenectomy providers listed in Cranston, RI in this directory. The clinics cover 02920. ### How do I find a tongue-tie doctor near me in Cranston? 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 Cranston. | 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 Cranston 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… ## Related - [All frenectomy providers in Rhode Island](https://frenectomyguide.com/states/ri) - [Browse by state](https://frenectomyguide.com/states) - [All frenectomy providers](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinics) - [Frenectomy guides](https://frenectomyguide.com/articles)