# Frenectomy Providers in Covington, WA > Find frenectomy providers in Covington, WA. Compare local providers, frenectomy services, clinic locations, contact details, and available treatment options. Canonical: https://frenectomyguide.com/states/wa/covington Last updated: 2026-11-01 7 oral surgery clinics, frenectomy centers and aftercare providers are listed in Covington, Washington. Every listing shows the address, phone number and services; AAPD accreditation is marked where it applies. | At a glance | Value | | --- | --- | | Clinics listed | 7 | | Average rating | — | | verified | 0 | | ZIP codes covered | 1 | ## Frenectomy providers in Covington - [Dino Kid's Dentistry](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/dino-kid-s-dentistry-covington-wa) — 17265 SE Wax Rd #103, Covington, WA · Phone: +1 253-220-7345 - [Ear, Nose & Throat Clinic - Covington - Valley Medical Center & Clinics](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/ear-nose-and-throat-clinic-covington-valley-medical-center-and-clinics-covington) — 16850 SE 272nd St #100, Covington, WA · Phone: +1 425-690-3602 - [Harborview Kids Dental and Orthodontics](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/harborview-kids-dental-and-orthodontics-covington-wa) — 27116 167th Pl SE #108, Covington, WA · Phone: +1 206-350-1818 - [Kid's Choice Dental - Covington](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/kid-s-choice-dental-covington-covington-wa) — 17121 SE 270th Pl A, Covington, WA · Phone: +1 253-544-4362 - [MultiCare ENT, Allergy & Medical Aesthetics - Covington](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/multicare-ent-allergy-and-medical-aesthetics-covington-covington-wa) — 17700 SE 272nd St #200, Covington, WA · Phone: +1 253-372-7115 - [Stephen Cobert, MD](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/stephen-cobert-md-covington-wa) — 17700 SE 272nd St #200, Covington, WA · Phone: +1 253-372-7115 - [Steven Burkhead, MD](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/steven-burkhead-md-covington-wa) — 17700 SE 272nd St #200, Covington, WA · Phone: +1 253-372-7115 ## Frenectomy providers near Covington - [Maple Valley](https://frenectomyguide.com/states/wa/maple-valley) — 1 clinic · 7 km - [Kent](https://frenectomyguide.com/states/wa/kent) — 35 clinics · 7 km - [Auburn](https://frenectomyguide.com/states/wa/auburn) — 2 clinics · 10 km - [Renton](https://frenectomyguide.com/states/wa/renton) — 6 clinics · 13 km - [Federal Way](https://frenectomyguide.com/states/wa/federal-way) — 4 clinics · 19 km - [Issaquah](https://frenectomyguide.com/states/wa/issaquah) — 3 clinics · 21 km - [Sammamish](https://frenectomyguide.com/states/wa/sammamish) — 1 clinic · 26 km - [Puyallup](https://frenectomyguide.com/states/wa/puyallup) — 4 clinics · 27 km ## Frenectomy providers closest to Covington - [Covington Multicare Clinic: Wang Xinda D MD](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/covington-multicare-clinic-wang-xinda-d-md-kent-wa) — Kent, WA · 0.2 mi away - [The Dental Suite - Dr. Sue Kim](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/the-dental-suite-dr-sue-kim-kent-wa) — Kent, WA · 1.1 mi away - [Cascadia Kids Dentistry - Kent](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/cascadia-kids-dentistry-kent-kent-wa) — Kent, WA · 2.7 mi away - [Choice Family Dentistry](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/choice-family-dentistry-kent-wa) — Kent, WA · 2.7 mi away - [Comfort Dental - Lake Meridian](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/comfort-dental-lake-meridian-kent-wa) — Kent, WA · 2.8 mi away - [Creekside Family Dentistry](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/creekside-family-dentistry-kent-wa) — Kent, WA · 3.2 mi away ## Frenectomy in Covington: common questions ### How long does a frenectomy take in Covington? 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 7 frenectomy providers listed in Covington 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 Covington? 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 Covington, WA? 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 Covington? There are 7 frenectomy providers listed in Covington, WA in this directory. The clinics cover 98042. ### How do I find a tongue-tie doctor near me in Covington? 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 Covington. | 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 Covington 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 Washington](https://frenectomyguide.com/states/wa) - [Browse by state](https://frenectomyguide.com/states) - [All frenectomy providers](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinics) - [Frenectomy guides](https://frenectomyguide.com/articles)