Tongue Tie Release in Highlands Ranch

Your baby is a fussy eater, not latching on or frustrated during feedings. You’ve tried all the tricks, but nothing works long-term. It may be time to bring your little one to the dentist for a tongue or lip tie check and to discuss an infant frenectomy.

A tongue tie means the skin beneath the tongue is too tight, too short, or too thick, making it difficult for your child to suck or feed successfully. A lip tie refers to a section of skin above the upper midline (where the teeth will eventually erupt) that is too short or too tight, which can also affect feeding and later speech development.

Signs of a tongue or lip tie include:

• Inability or poor latching during feedings
• Pacifier difficulties
• Tongue immobility
• Bottle feeding difficulties
• Baby falling asleep when trying to latch
• Colic or fussiness
• Slow or poor weight gain
• Chewing during nursing

Fortunately, your child’s dentist can help with tongue or lip ties!

A frenectomy means the pediatric dentist gently excises the tight or short section of skin that’s been restricting your child’s tongue or upper lip.

While some dentists rely on scalpel methods to perform frenectomies, we take a much gentler approach, using a precision laser. Laser frenectomy allows for precision, with no cutting of nearby oral tissues.

Other benefits include:

• Minimally Invasive: Your little one will enjoy a prompt recovery and minimal to no discomfort.
• Reduced Bleeding: In some cases, light bleeding ceases before you leave the dental office.
• Less Need for Sutures: Laser dentistry often mitigates the need for stitches.
• Quick Treatment: Due to its precision, the dentist can perform the laser procedure efficiently and promptly.

Frenectomy for Older Children and Toddlers

In older children, you may notice the following signs if they have a lip or tongue tie:

• Swallowing and eating issues
• Speech issues and delays
• Dental hygiene issues
• Gaps between teeth

Pre-frenectomy therapy concentrates on the muscles and tissues before laser surgery, including preparation for post-frenectomy therapy. It helps prepare your child’s oral anatomy for the coming treatment, exploring tongue or oral restrictions.

Post-frenectomy therapy focuses on promoting rapid recovery and functional success by retraining the oral muscles and tongue posture to function correctly. Myofunctional therapy post-frenectomy also helps prevent recurrence.  

Myofunctional therapy (pre- and post-frenectomy) sets your child up for success, now and in the future. It gives your little one the ability to enjoy feeding times and thrive. Further, it aids in oral and speech development.

Gentle Frenectomy in Castle Pines and Highland Ranch

Frenulum surgery doesn’t have to be painful for your infant or child. With laser dentistry, we can provide gentle treatment and faster recoveries than ever before.

If you’re searching the internet for “pediatric frenectomy near me,” look no further. Call us today to get started. We have locations in Highlands Ranch and Castle Pines for your convenience.

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