Have questions about infant laser tongue tie release (frenectomy)? Let our expert team provide you with the answers you need to make informed decisions about your child’s care. Schedule a consultation today to learn more about our advanced procedures to help you and your child achieve optimal oral function and overall health.
Upon diagnosing the existence of a tongue tie, having a lingual frenectomy performed can yield fantastic results. The earlier it is released the better for the child as it helps in improved latching and suction and the healing is fast.
That doesn’t mean you cannot release it later for your child.
1) Which is better – laser or scissors?
BOTH instruments have proven to be successful in long-term treatment. What is important is that your provider must be skilled and trained.
In our opinion a laser yields a more precise and complete result than scissors when treating an infant. Laser treatment limits the amount of bleeding as it cauterizes the tissues within your child’s mouth, minimizing risk of infection. We use proper laser settings and protective eye wear is worn by the team.
2) Is general anaesthesia needed?
3) Is it painful?
This is probably the most concerning question parents have. After the application of the numbing gel in infants or local anaesthesia, we ensure there is zero to minimal discomfort to the child during the procedure.The anesthetic lasts for approximately 30 minutes to an hour. The procedure lasts for just a few minutes.
4) What are the post-op requirements to be followed?
The post-op stretching and care routine is just as important as the pre-op routine. We cannot stress more on how important it is for you to perform the daily stretching exercises in order for the release to be a functional success and prevent any kind of re-attachment. The exercises and massages help to hasten the wound healing. We are trained for active wound management and teach mothers techniques on how to manage the healing process for their infant.
A detailed sheet with explanation is given to parents so that they are aware of what to expect, what exercises to follow, how the healing process is going to be like.
5) Are you going to be around us through this process?
We completely understand a mother’s hesitation when it comes to the release process but one needs to be assured that these techniques used by the provider are proven to yield you the best results in improved breastfeeding and tongue mobility.
We would be happy to examine your baby to determine if a frenectomy is recommended or guide you to through the right provider.
I apply an effective topical anesthetic gel on the frenulum prior to treatment, allowing for zero to minimal discomfort during the procedure. The anesthetic lasts for approximately 30 minutes
Have questions about infant laser tongue tie release (frenectomy)? Let our expert team provide you with the answers you need to make informed decisions about your child’s care. Schedule a consultation today to learn more about our advanced procedures to help you and your child achieve optimal oral function and overall health.
Breastfeeding is encouraged immediately following the procedure, however typically there is a healing period that your infant must undergo before the full benefits are realized. I teach each mother proper active wound management and daily stretching exercises in order to facilitate healing. I cannot stress enough the importance of interdisciplinary approach and continued lactation support following the frenectomy procedure. Post-treatment follow up is just as important as pre-treatment care. I send a detailed report of my assessment and/or procedure to the bodyworker and lactation consultant and stay up to date with the baby’s progress.
Don’t hesitate to take action in order to improve your baby’s breastfeeding! Schedule a consultation with us and I’d be happy to examine your baby to determine if a laser frenectomy is recommended. I will also review with you in more details about what to expect during and after the procedure.
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