# Frenectomy Providers in East Providence, RI > Find frenectomy providers in East Providence, RI. Compare local providers, frenectomy services, clinic locations, contact details, and available treatment options. Canonical: https://frenectomyguide.com/states/ri/east-providence Last updated: 2026-11-01 8 oral surgery clinics, frenectomy centers and aftercare providers are listed in East Providence, Rhode Island. Every listing shows the address, phone number and services; AAPD accreditation is marked where it applies. | At a glance | Value | | --- | --- | | Clinics listed | 8 | | Average rating | — | | verified | 0 | | ZIP codes covered | 1 | ## Frenectomy providers in East Providence - [Bakios Stephen N Dr](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/bakios-stephen-n-dr-east-providence-ri) — 2224 Pawtucket Ave, East Providence, RI · Phone: +1 401-435-4240 - [Barbara J. Guillette, M.D.](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/barbara-j-guillette-m-d-east-providence-ri) — 400 Warren Ave 2nd Floor, East Providence, RI · Phone: +1 401-435-5644 - [East Bay Oral Surgery & Dental Implant Center](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/east-bay-oral-surgery-and-dental-implant-center-east-providence-ri) — 2224 Pawtucket Ave, East Providence, RI · Phone: +1 401-435-4240 - [Ent and Allergy, Inc.](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/ent-and-allergy-inc-east-providence-ri) — 400 Warren Ave 2nd Floor, East Providence, RI · Phone: +1 401-435-5644 - [Olga Frey DMD](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/olga-frey-dmd-east-providence-ri) — 450 Veterans Memorial Pkwy Bldg. #4, East Providence, RI · Phone: +1 401-521-6207 - [Petito Oral Surgery](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/petito-oral-surgery-east-providence-ri) — 400 Massasoit Ave Ste 103, East Providence, RI · Phone: +1 401-919-5560 - [We Care For Kids Dental: Leslie A Olton, DMD](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/we-care-for-kids-dental-leslie-a-olton-dmd-east-providence-ri) — 2224 Pawtucket Ave Unit 1, East Providence, RI · Phone: +1 401-431-1224 - [We Care For Kids Inc](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/we-care-for-kids-inc-east-providence-ri) — 2224 Pawtucket Ave Unit 1, East Providence, RI · Phone: +1 401-431-1224 ## Frenectomy providers near East Providence - [Riverside](https://frenectomyguide.com/states/ri/riverside) — 2 clinics · 4 km - [Providence](https://frenectomyguide.com/states/ri/providence) — 66 clinics · 4 km - [Pawtucket](https://frenectomyguide.com/states/ri/pawtucket) — 2 clinics · 7 km - [North Providence](https://frenectomyguide.com/states/ri/north-providence) — 3 clinics · 10 km - [Cranston](https://frenectomyguide.com/states/ri/cranston) — 6 clinics · 10 km - [Johnston](https://frenectomyguide.com/states/ri/johnston) — 5 clinics · 11 km - [Warwick](https://frenectomyguide.com/states/ri/warwick) — 3 clinics · 14 km - [Cumberland](https://frenectomyguide.com/states/ri/cumberland) — 2 clinics · 17 km ## Frenectomy providers closest to East Providence - [Partners In Pediatrics](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/partners-in-pediatrics-providence-ri) — Providence, RI · 1.5 mi away - [Pediatric Dentistry Limited](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/pediatric-dentistry-limited-providence-ri) — Providence, RI · 1.6 mi away - [Dr. Jason Conforti, DMD](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/dr-jason-conforti-dmd-providence-ri) — Providence, RI · 1.7 mi away - [Angell Street Dental Associates](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/angell-street-dental-associates-providence-ri) — Providence, RI · 1.7 mi away - [Drs Conforti , and Napolitano DMD/DDS](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/drs-conforti-and-napolitano-dmd-dds-providence-ri) — Providence, RI · 1.7 mi away - [Pazienza & Votolato Inc](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/pazienza-and-votolato-inc-providence-ri) — Providence, RI · 1.7 mi away ## Frenectomy in East Providence: common questions ### How long does a frenectomy take in East Providence? 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 8 frenectomy providers listed in East Providence 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 East Providence? 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 East Providence, 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 East Providence? There are 8 frenectomy providers listed in East Providence, RI in this directory. The clinics cover 02914. ### How do I find a tongue-tie doctor near me in East Providence? 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 East Providence. | 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 East Providence 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)