FUNCTIONAL FRENULOPLASTY
Dr. Zaghi Functional Frenuloplasty
Tongue tie laser
surgery
In our practice, we use the Functional Frenuloplasty procedure to release tongue ties for toddlers, children, and adults. This approach has been adapted from Dr. Soroush Zaghi of The Breathe Institute, Los Angeles, who is an ENT & globally renowned sleep surgeon who has established this functional approach to tongue ties.
Dr. Ankita Shah has observed has directly trained under Dr. Soroush Zaghi for the Functional Frenuloplasty in Los Angeles and is the Breathe Institute’s first Indian Ambassador.
WHAT IS A FUNCTIONAL FRENULOPLASTY?
A lot of individuals have naturally differing tongue and lip frenums. This is similar to how people have variations in the length of their fingers. These variations can impact the development and functioning of the mouth. These oral tissues, having limitations, are often referred to as “frenum restrictions,” but they are more commonly recognized as “tongue-ties” and “lip-ties.”
These tongue and lip ties come in various grades. If not addressed on time, these conditions can often cause the formation of a high and narrow palate. These conditions may also contribute to issues such as allergies, enlarged tonsils and adenoids, heart conditions, respiratory illnesses, dental problems, low resting tongue position, tongue thrusting, and sleep-disordered breathing.
Once the limitation in the frenum is recognized, there are several treatment options and therapies available to choose from. One such commonly used and effective approach is Frenuloplasty. The Breathe Institute Protocol for Functional Frenuloplasty is a successful method that consistently provides positive outcomes to our patients around the world. Typically, a Frenuloplasty is a straightforward outpatient procedure.
WHY US?
FUNCTIONAL FRENULOPLASTY AND FASCIAL RELEASE
Given the tongue’s crucial role in various functions, limited mobility of the tongue can cause compensatory behaviors that can cause the muscles in the head and neck to strain over time. Additionally, our tongue is interconnected with the entire body through a network of connective tissue called fascia.
When the movements of the tongue are restricted, it can create tension within the fascia network, resulting in neck tension, discomfort, and postural issues. It may come as a surprise, but there is a direct link between orofacial function, tongue function, diaphragmatic breathing, and cervical posture. Our approach to Functional Frenuloplasty acknowledges the changes that occur after a tongue tie frenectomy surgery. It ensures the body is prepared for a smooth and optimal healing process following the treatment.
OUR PATIENTS HAVE SEEN CHANGES IN THE FOLLOWING
- Neck & Back Tension
- Shoulder and arm Pain
- Chest Tightness
- Sinus & Nasal Congestion
- Labored or Noisy Breathing
- Knee Pain
- Tingling in the feet & calves
- Pronation
- Anxiety
- Increased Flexibility
- Improvement in Digestion
- Improved Swallowing & Speech
- Better Quality of Sleep
- Clenching
- Reduced Headaches & Migraines
- Improvement in Jaw Stability
- Increased Mouth Opening
- Sciatic Pain
WHY IS FUNCTIONAL FRENULOPLASTY BETTER THAN A FRENECTOMY?
A frenectomy is simply an excision of the frenum tissues. In contrast, a frenuloplasty tongue tie involves a skilled excision of the tissue along with the blunt dissection of fascia to improve the tongue’s range of motion. Functional Frenuloplasty is the only procedure where a complete release of the fascia is achieved. The complete release will relieve tension throughout the body.
Our team is highly active in learning and applying the latest clinical research. We hope that videos and resources below will help you learn more about our technique.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, Functional Frenuloplasty is a very safe procedure for adults and children. Dr. Ankita, who is an expert trained in Functional Frenuloplasty, ensures that you get the best outcomes of the procedure. Functional Frenuloplasty is effective and gives long-term results.
The time taken for a patient to recover from a functional frenuloplasty procedure is usually 15 days. However, in most cases, the recovery is quick, and patients experience little to no discomfort after the procedure. The patient can also resume their normal activities within 2 days of the procedure.
The cost for tongue tie surgery may vary based on factors such as the severity and difficulty level of the tongue tie. To learn about the cost of tongue tie surgery, Contact Us.
The risks and complications associated with Functional Frenuloplasty are rare. However, some patients in an extremely unlikely event may experience numbness, infection, pain, or bleeding after the procedure. To know about your risks and complications after Functional Frenuloplasty, talk to our specialist.
Dr. Zaghi's Functional Frenuloplasty is a very effective procedure. It is the only type of tongue tie surgery that provides a complete fascial release. Patients undergoing this treatment experience excellent long-term results.
OUR ADVANCED & GLOBALLY RENOWNED TONGUE TIE PROCEDURES:
Blogs
The Link Between Tongue Tie and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
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What Happens If I Don’t Treat My Child’s Tongue-Tie?
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How Do Babies Feed After Tongue-Tie Surgery? A Complete Guide for Parents
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How Tongue Tie Impacts Nutrition and Feeding in Children?
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How Laser Frenectomy Helps Improve Breastfeeding for Newborns?
Breastfeeding is a beautiful and essential bonding experience between a mother and her newborn.
Innovative Advances in Tongue Tie Treatment: What’s New?
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How Tongue Tie Affects Speech Development in Children and Adults?
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Tongue Tie Compensations: Fascial Restrictions, Tension And Pain
Fascia is a connective tissue more like a spider web that provides our body a continuous 3-dimensional
6 Steps Of Assessment: Do I Have A Tongue Tie?
The back of the tongue should be resting high up on the palate. This helps in keeping the airway wide open.
What Exactly Is A Tongue Tie? How Does It Affect Us?
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