Tongue and lip tie correction is also called a frenectomy. Using industry-leading Solea technology, Dr. Salthouse performs frenectomies with ease. The procedure is virtually painless, using a laser to make a simple, precise incision that corrects tongue and lip ties.
As an effective soft tissue dental laser, Solea treats a variety of problems with the gums, tongue, lips and lining of the mouth. This includes repositioning frenum pulls between the front teeth, correcting tongue or lip ties, and healing canker sores (apthous ulcers). All of these concerns are easily and quickly repaired with a very precise beam of light, minimizing stress on even the youngest patients – and their parents! Some patients may not even require sedation.
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Solea reduces the risk of post-operative bleeding or infection and can shorten a patient’s recovery time! In fact, most infants breastfeed immediately after the procedure. While some mothers notice an improvement right away, it often takes children some time to retrain their brain, lips and tongue to function properly. Be patient and be sure to follow through with any recommended stretching exercises or follow-ups with the appropriate specialist (lactation consultant, speech therapist, etc).
A frenectomy offers lifelong benefits for patients with tongue or lip ties. For infants, increased mobility of the tongue and lip improves nursing and bottle feeding. And as children grow, it also makes eating, drinking, speaking and smiling easier!
Symptoms of a tongue-tied infant during breastfeeding and bottle feeding include:
For toddlers eating solid food, symptoms include:
For children learning to speak, a tongue or lip tie may affect the ability to speak and form words, resulting in:
You may also notice the following dental/oral effects: