Lingual frenulum

Frenulum linguae

  • Synonym: Frenulum of tongue; Frenum of tongue
  • Related terms: Frenulum of tongue

Definition

Antoine Micheau

The mucous membrane is reflected from it to the lingual surface of the gum and on to the floor of the mouth, where, in the middle line, it is elevated into a distinct vertical fold, the frenulum linguæ.

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