Is your infant or baby struggling with feeding? They may be in need of a gentle frenectomy. At Family Dental Center in Nampa, ID, we understand the unique challenges that lip and tongue ties can present for our youngest patients. Infants and babies are significantly impacted by lip ties and tongue ties, especially when it comes to essential functions like feeding. Using laser dentistry, our team at Family Dental Center can correct these concerns with ease and precision in a fast, gentle procedure known as a frenectomy.
Understanding Lip and Tongue Ties
An overly tight lingual frenulum (tongue tie) or labial frenulum (lip tie) can cause a wide range of health concerns for an infant, including:
- Difficulty latching and creating a proper seal during breastfeeding or bottle-feeding
- Impaired swallowing
- Inadequate nutritional intake leading to slow or poor weight gain
- Discomfort or pain for mothers during breastfeeding
These issues can significantly affect a nursing infant's nutritional intake and overall development, making it critical to seek treatment early on.
What is a Laser Frenectomy?
If a lip tie or tongue tie is affecting your child, our experienced dental team may recommend a frenum removal or shortening procedure called a laser frenectomy. A laser frenectomy is fast and painless, delivered in a fast, non-invasive procedure that often doesn't even require anesthesia.
Thanks to our advanced Solea dental laser, frenectomies at Family Dental Center are quick and ultra-precise, with minimal downtime following the procedure. Children can often resume feeding immediately after their treatment.
Learn More About Treatments for Tongue-Tie or Lip-Tie
If you suspect your child may have a lip or tongue tie, we encourage you to schedule a consultation with us at Family Dental Center. Our compassionate team will assess your little one's condition and discuss the best course of action to support their healthy development. We are dedicated to providing gentle, effective care to support their best oral health for life.
Contact us today to learn more about what a laser frenectomy can do for your child!
