Transforming Lives with Expert Laser Treatment for Tongue and Lip Ties
At our practice, Dr. Lauren specializes in treating oral restrictions like tongue and lip ties using advanced CO2 laser technology. These conditions can significantly affect feeding, speech, and overall development, particularly in infants and children. Our gentle laser frenectomy procedure, performed with the state-of-the-art LightScalpel, offers a quick, precise, and virtually painless solution. With minimal downtime and exceptional results, this innovative treatment enhances the quality of life for patients of all ages.
Whether you’re a mother facing breastfeeding challenges or seeking to improve speech and oral function, Dr. Lauren is here to guide you every step of the way. We provide personalized care tailored to each patient’s unique needs in a supportive and comfortable environment. By addressing tongue and lip ties, we help families achieve better feeding experiences, clearer speech, and improved overall health. Schedule your consultation today to learn how we can help!
Understanding Tongue and Lip Ties
Dr. Lauren has advanced training and a special interest in diagnosing and treating tethered oral tissues (TOTs), commonly known as tongue and lip ties. These conditions affect 4% to 15% of children and are caused by a congenital abnormality in the frenum—the tissue connecting the tongue to the floor of the mouth. Depending on severity, tongue and lip ties can range from moderate inconveniences, such as difficulty licking an ice cream cone, to significant challenges like breastfeeding difficulties and speech impediments.
Diagnosis involves assessing symptoms and performing a thorough clinical examination, as some ties, like posterior tongue-ties, can be subtle and require careful evaluation.
About the Laser Frenectomy Procedure
A frenectomy is a precise, minimally invasive procedure to release oral tissue restrictions. Using the advanced LightScalpel laser, the procedure is virtually painless, with little to no anesthetic required and minimal bleeding. The process takes only a few moments.
For your convenience, consultations and procedures can often be completed in a single visit. After the procedure, we provide a private breastfeeding area for bonding and immediate feeding support.
Discover the Difference
With laser frenectomies, Dr. Lauren and our team are transforming lives by addressing feeding, speech, and overall oral function issues. Schedule your consultation today and take the first step toward a healthier, happier future.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF TONGUE OR LIP TIES
FOR INFANTS:
- Difficulty latching, sustaining a latch, or opening wide enough
- Frequent unlatching, clicking noises, or milk leaking during feeds
- Falling asleep or becoming frustrated before feeding is complete
- Poor weight gain, gas, reflux, colic, or frequent hiccups
- Prolonged or frequent nursing sessions with gumming or chewing on the nipple
FOR BREASTFEEDING MOTHERS:
- Severe pain during nursing, cracked or sore nipples
- Incomplete milk transfer, leading to engorgement or mastitis
- Milk supply issues, such as oversupply or low production
- Recurrent thrush or other breastfeeding complications
POTENTIAL LONG-TERM COMPLICATIONS:
- Poor oral hygiene and difficulty swallowing or eating
- Speech delays, abnormal swallowing patterns, or sleep disturbances
- Dental issues, such as gum recession, cavities, or orthodontic concerns
- TMJ pain, headaches, or tightness in the neck and shoulders
- Social challenges, like difficulty licking, eating, or kissing
About the Laser Frenectomy Procedure
A frenectomy is a precise, minimally invasive procedure to release oral tissue restrictions. Using the advanced LightScalpel laser, the procedure is virtually painless, with little to no anesthetic required and minimal bleeding. The process takes only a few moments.
For your convenience, consultations and procedures can often be completed in a single visit. After the procedure, we provide a private breastfeeding area for bonding and immediate feeding support.
Discover the Difference
With laser frenectomies, Dr. Lauren and our team are transforming lives by addressing feeding, speech, and overall oral function issues. Schedule your consultation today and take the first step toward a healthier, happier future.