At The Spot for Smiles, Dr. Marion is an expert in frenectomies and can detach your baby's unwanted tissue to make breastfeeding a breeze and improve your little one's quality of life. Contact us now to get started,
A frenectomy is a surgical procedure to remove excess tissue that attaches the lower and upper lips to the jaw. This procedure is performed either under the tongue–lingual frenectomy or inside the top lip–labial frenectomy. Frenectomy helps correct tongue or lip tie, a condition in which the frenulum limits the normal range of motion of the tongue or lip.
At The Spot for Smiles, Folsom and Elk Grove pediatric dentist, Dr. Boyes, is an expert in frenectomies and can detach your baby's unwanted tissue to make breastfeeding a breeze and improve your little one's quality of life. Contact us now to get started.
The best age for your child to get a frenectomy is between 18 months and 5 years. Usually, a frenectomy prevents the clearance of plaque, making it difficult to clean your baby's teeth, which can lead to cavities.
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During your consultation at our dental office, Dr. Marion will assess your baby's oral health to ensure they are fit for a frenectomy. If they are suitable for the procedure, the dentist will use a scalpel or scissors to remove the excess tissue. Depending on your baby's age, Dr. Marion may use local anesthesia to numb the area around the frenum. Frenectomy is a quick and safe procedure that takes less than 15 minutes.
After the procedure, Dr. Marion will provide detailed aftercare instructions, which you should follow carefully for proper healing. Follow-up visits are also recommended to ensure the healing process is effective.
Healing and aftercare for frenectomies vary depending on the type of procedure performed on your child. Generally, you will be given instructions on how to care for your baby's oral health. Make sure you follow these instructions. Regular follow-up visits to the pediatrician can help ensure the wound is healing properly.
Frenectomies can be relatively painful. We offer a range of pediatric sedation options to help minimize discomfort and calm your child during the procedure.
If your baby has difficulty breastfeeding, breathing, or speaking due to restricted lip or tongue movement, they may need a frenectomy. However, the best way to determine if your child needs this treatment is to bring them to our office for assessment.
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