Frenulectomy
A quick, minor procedure to release the frenulum — easing a tight or short frenulum that pulls or tears, and reducing over-sensitivity.
Overview
Frenulectomy is a quick, minor surgical procedure that releases the frenulum — the small band of tissue on the underside of the head of the penis. When the frenulum is short or tight (frenulum breve), it can pull, tear or feel uncomfortable during erection and sex. Releasing it relieves that tension, and because the frenulum is a highly sensitive area, the procedure can also reduce over-sensitivity — which some men find helps with control.
It is done under local anaesthetic in a single, short in-clinic visit, with minimal downtime. Your physician examines the frenulum and confirms whether frenulectomy is the right option for you before anything proceeds.
Key benefits
- Relieves a tight or short frenulum that pulls or tears
- Ends the discomfort during erection and sex it can cause
- Can reduce over-sensitivity in a highly sensitive area
- A quick, minor procedure under local anaesthetic
- Minimal downtime
- A permanent result
How it works
- ConsultationYour physician examines the frenulum, discusses your goals and confirms suitability.
- Local anaestheticThe area is numbed so you stay comfortable throughout.
- ReleaseThe tight frenulum is released in a short, precise procedure.
- AftercareYou are given simple aftercare guidance; most men heal quickly.
Who it’s for
- Men with a short or tight frenulum (frenulum breve) that pulls or tears
- Men bothered by over-sensitivity in the frenulum area
- Suitability is always confirmed by your physician at consultation
Good to know
Frenulectomy is a well-established, low-risk minor procedure. Mild soreness or minor bleeding at first is normal and settles quickly. Your physician gives you simple aftercare guidance — including keeping the area clean and dry, and when you can resume activity and sex. Following it helps you heal well.
Frequently asked questions
How is it different from frenuloplasty?
A frenulectomy releases the tight frenulum; a frenuloplasty reshapes and lengthens it. Both relieve a short or tight frenulum — your physician recommends the right one for your anatomy and goals at your consultation.
Does it hurt?
The area is numbed with a local anaesthetic, so the procedure is comfortable. Mild soreness afterwards is easily managed and settles quickly.
Is the result permanent?
Yes — once the frenulum is released, the tension and tearing it caused do not return.
How long is the recovery?
Downtime is minimal and most men return to their routine quickly. Your physician gives you exact timings — including when you can resume sex — at your visit.
Is it right for me?
That is what the consultation is for. Your physician examines you and confirms whether frenulectomy suits you before anything proceeds.