Lingual frenulum
Frenulum linguae
- Synonym: Frenulum of tongue; Frenum of tongue
- Related terms: Frenulum of tongue
Definition
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.
References
Text by Antoine Micheau, MD - Copyright IMAIOS
