LASER FRENECTOMY

“Tongue Tie Laser Surgery”

Frenulum
laser surgery

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WHAT IS A LASER FRENECTOMY?

Laser frenectomy, also called laser tongue tie release, is a simple, minimally invasive and quick laser treatment for tongue tie. In laser lingual frenectomy, a tight frenulum connecting the tongue to the floor of the mouth is released. The laser frenectomy procedure is painless and performed under topical local anesthesia.

WHAT HAPPENS DURING A LASER FRENECTOMY PROCEDURE?

During the laser frenectomy procedure, a topical anesthetic is first applied to the area to be treated. In the next step, a pen-sized laser is used to release the tongue tie or lip tie. The entire process of laser frenectomy takes place in about 5 minutes, with little to no discomfort.

WHAT HAPPENS AFTER A LASER FRENECTOMY PROCEDURE?

Mothers are encouraged to breastfeed the baby immediately after a laser frenectomy procedure. However, sometimes the complete benefits of a laser frenuloplasty procedure are seen immediately and sometimes only after the healing period.

RECOVERY PROCESS AND TIME FOR LASER FRENECTOMY

After ankyloglossia laser surgery or tongue tie laser surgery, it is important to follow the aftercare instructions given by your doctor. Apart from this, following up with the Lactation Consultant and Craniosacral Therapist post-laser frenectomy is important to ensure the functions of the body, tongue and breastfeeding are restored.

In general, it takes around three to four weeks for complete healing of the tissues. For a quick healing process during the recovery period, mothers are advised to follow the measures of proper active wound management along with gentle daily stretching exercises for the infant.

Not all tongue ties require treatment, and a thorough evaluation before the procedure is necessary. Consulting a tongue tie specialist is essential to determine the best course of action for the infant.

BENEFITS OF LASER TREATMENT FOR TONGUE TIE

IS LASER FRENECTOMY PAINFUL?

No, laser frenectomy is not painful, as the tongue tie specialist applies topical anesthetic gel on the frenulum before beginning the procedure. Due to the effect of anesthesia, which lasts for about 15 minutes, there is zero to minimal discomfort to the patient during the process.
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Dr. Shah is

Laser Certified

by Global Laser Oral Health,
(GLOH), LLC to perform laser
frenectomies.

WHAT ARE THE ALTERNATIVE THERAPIES SUGGESTED FOR TONGUE TIE?

In certain cases of tongue tie, alternative therapies like Craniosacral Therapy or Lactation Support are suggested by the tongue tie specialist as complementary treatments. These alternative therapies offer benefits such as successful breastfeeding, reduced stress, improved muscle relaxation, pain relief, etc.

Frequently Asked Questions

Post-operative care is important for the success of the procedure and to prevent the reattachment of the tongue. Daily stretching exercises and massages are essential to promote proper healing and functional success after tongue tie release. Our team is trained in active wound management.
Laser frenectomy in infants is to be performed by a certified laser surgeon (tongue tie specialist). Before scheduling a laser treatment for tongue tie-in infants, our laser surgeon will carry out a thorough examination.
After the laser frenectomy, a new frenulum is likely to form during the process of healing. However, to prevent the reattachment of the frenulum after the procedure, it is essential to follow post-operative supportive care such as tongue stretches and exercises. After laser frenectomy, we help the parents learn about the exercismore about frenotomy and frenectomy, get in touch with our specialists.
Es and stretches to be done to prevent reattachment.
No, frenotomy and frenectomy are two different procedures. Frenotomy is a type of tongue tie surgery that involves snipping the frenulum to free it. To learn Both lasers and scissors provide successful long-term treatment for tongue ties. However, we prefer using a laser in infants for tongue tie release as the risk of bleeding and infection is significantly less. Additionally, our tongue tie specialists are skilled and trained, ensuring the best laser settings are used.
The cost of laser frenectomy in India may vary based on several factors. To know the cost of laser frenectomy, please get in touch with us today.
No, general anesthesia is not needed during laser frenectomy in infants. Before performing laser frenectomy, we use local anesthesia gel, the effects of which last for about 15 minutes.
Symptoms in breastfeeding mothers indicating baby tongue tie includes the following,

The various baby tongue tie symptoms to watch out for includes the following,

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