# Frenectomy Providers in Federal Way, WA > Find frenectomy providers in Federal Way, WA. Compare local providers, frenectomy services, clinic locations, contact details, and available treatment options. Canonical: https://frenectomyguide.com/states/wa/federal-way Last updated: 2026-11-01 4 oral surgery clinics, frenectomy centers and aftercare providers are listed in Federal Way, Washington. Every listing shows the address, phone number and services; AAPD accreditation is marked where it applies. | At a glance | Value | | --- | --- | | Clinics listed | 4 | | Average rating | — | | verified | 0 | | ZIP codes covered | 2 | ## Frenectomy providers in Federal Way - [Kevin Huang, DDS, MD](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/kevin-huang-dds-md-federal-way-wa) — 2345 SW 320th St, Federal Way, WA · Phone: +1 253-838-2123 - [Pacific Northwest Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons, Dental Implants & Wisdom Teeth](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/pacific-northwest-oral-and-maxillofacial-surgeons-dental-implants-and-wisdom-tee) — 2345 SW 320th St, Federal Way, WA · Phone: +1 253-838-2123 - [Ryan Stern, M.D., M.P.H.](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/ryan-stern-m-d-m-p-h-federal-way-wa) — 34612 6th Ave S #200, Federal Way, WA · Phone: +1 206-895-6602 - [Stern Sinus Center](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/stern-sinus-center-federal-way-wa) — 34612 6th Ave S Ste 200A, Federal Way, WA · Phone: +1 206-895-6602 ## Frenectomy providers near Federal Way - [Auburn](https://frenectomyguide.com/states/wa/auburn) — 2 clinics · 10 km - [Tacoma](https://frenectomyguide.com/states/wa/tacoma) — 65 clinics · 12 km - [Kent](https://frenectomyguide.com/states/wa/kent) — 35 clinics · 14 km - [Fircrest](https://frenectomyguide.com/states/wa/fircrest) — 2 clinics · 15 km - [University Place](https://frenectomyguide.com/states/wa/university-place) — 2 clinics · 16 km - [Puyallup](https://frenectomyguide.com/states/wa/puyallup) — 4 clinics · 17 km - [Gig Harbor](https://frenectomyguide.com/states/wa/gig-harbor) — 6 clinics · 18 km - [Covington](https://frenectomyguide.com/states/wa/covington) — 7 clinics · 19 km ## Frenectomy providers closest to Federal Way - [Down To Earth Dental](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/down-to-earth-dental-tacoma-wa) — Tacoma, WA · 1.8 mi away - [Kent Smiles Dentistry](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/kent-smiles-dentistry-kent-wa) — Kent, WA · 5.4 mi away - [Stern Sinus Center](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/stern-sinus-center-auburn-wa) — Auburn, WA · 5.6 mi away - [Defiance Dental - Old Town](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/defiance-dental-old-town-tacoma-wa) — Tacoma, WA · 5.9 mi away - [MultiCare Mary Bridge Children's Hospital](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/multicare-mary-bridge-children-s-hospital-tacoma-wa) — Tacoma, WA · 5.9 mi away - [Mary Bridge Children's Ear, Nose & Throat](https://frenectomyguide.com/clinic/mary-bridge-children-s-ear-nose-and-throat-tacoma-wa) — Tacoma, WA · 5.9 mi away ## Frenectomy in Federal Way: common questions ### How long does a frenectomy take in Federal Way? 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 4 frenectomy providers listed in Federal Way 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 Federal Way? 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 Federal Way, 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 Federal Way? There are 4 frenectomy providers listed in Federal Way, WA in this directory. The clinics cover 98003–98023. ### How do I find a tongue-tie doctor near me in Federal Way? 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 Federal Way. | 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 Federal Way 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)