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If you recently learned your child needs to undergo treatment for their tongue-tie<\/a>, you likely have many questions. The uncertainty of what is expected before, during, and after a frenectomy can leave you feeling uneasy about the whole process. Fortunately, a local pediatric dentist is here to explain what is involved when preparing for laser dentistry and ways to ensure proper healing once it is complete.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Before a Frenectomy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s important that your child\u2019s dentist evaluate your little one to determine if they do, indeed, need a frenectomy. Depending on their age, they may be able to share the difficulties they are facing, but if you have an infant, you will need to discuss any problems you may be experiencing with nursing your little one as well as whether they\u2019re suffering from low weight gain, fussiness, acid reflux or colic, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

During a Frenectomy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If your dentist uses a soft tissue laser to perform the frenectomy, you\u2019ll be pleased to know there is little chance your child will need anesthesia before the procedure. The reason is that this type of equipment uses no heat, vibration, or sound, and it cauterizes while it releases the banded tissue. This means that there is little-to-no bleeding or swelling, and there is a significantly lower risk of infection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When arriving for your child\u2019s appointment, you will be instructed to have your little one lie down in your lap (if they\u2019re an infant), while their head rests in the dentist\u2019s lap. Holding their mouth open, the dentist will apply a small amount of numbing cream before moving the laser to release the tongue-tie. It takes little time and is virtually painless.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After a Frenectomy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Once the procedure is complete, you can begin to nurse your baby immediately afterward. If your child is older, they should feel some numbness but can return to school after their appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is normal for there to be some slight discomfort for 24-48 hours, but over-the-counter pain medication can help reduce it. During this timeframe, it\u2019s important that you practice regular stretching exercises of the frenulum to keep it from reattaching. Your child\u2019s dentist will provide step-by-step instructions as to how you should plan to perform these stretches at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A frenectomy is a common procedure that results in children obtaining greater oral function. No matter if they\u2019re a baby or teenager, this process can lead to improved self-esteem and the ability to embrace a better quality of life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Author
<\/strong>Dr. James Forester<\/a> is a board-certified pediatric dentist who completed his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at the University of Pacific\u2019s Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2002. In 2006, he completed a postdoctoral program in Advanced Education in Pediatric Dentistry at St. Joseph\u2019s Hospital in Providence, Rhode Island. Alongside his colleague, Dr. Kristine Fu Shue, the two work together to help children and parents address tongue-ties. If your little one requires a laser frenectomy, visit our website<\/a> or call (805) 592-2020<\/strong> to learn how we can help.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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