Infant Frenectomies Near You
Ensuring that our little ones experience the best life can offer, including optimal oral health, is our responsibility as parents and adults. As is the case with patients of any age, complications can arise that can impact a child’s ability to eat or speak – one example is tongue or lip-tie.
This issue occurs when excessive tissue develops in their mouth and restricts movement. It’s important to address this issue early so that your child’s smile can develop, and they can learn proper habits.
At Avalon Dental, our dentists near you, Dr. Steed and Dr. Shah are here to assist you and your family. If you’re needingassistance and would like to learn more about infant frenectomies, contact us today to set up a consultation.
Signs Your Child Might Need Treatment
Our dentists are trained to interpret the signs of tongue and lip ties, but here are some things for you to keep an eye out for as well:
- Trouble breastfeeding
- Gagging or choking
- Weight gain
The effects of tongue and lip tie may not present themselves immediately. However, they will be more pronounced in the future and can contribute to improper jaw development, difficulty eating solid food, trouble sleeping, and cavities. Therefore, it’s important to bring your little one in for an oral health evaluation.
Infant frenectomies are safe when performed by a trained dentist in Edmonton. Our skilled team will be at your child’s side the entire time and are happy to answer any questions you may have.
What Does the Treatment Entail?
A frenectomy is a minimally invasive, standard surgery that involves cutting away excessive tissue in the mouth. At Avalon Dental, we perform this treatment using laser dentistry, which ensures a quicker, more accurate procedure and minimal, if any, bleeding.
The tissue that is removed is dependent on the type of frenectomy:
- Lingualfrenum links the tongue to the bottom of the mouth. It is responsible for tongue ties.
- Labialfrenum connects the lips to the upper gums. It is responsible for lip ties.
This procedure only takes a few minutes to complete. Your child will experience little to no pain and will recovery just as quickly.
Contact Us to Learn More
If you’d like to arrange a consultation with one of our team members to learn more about infant frenectomies near you, we encourage you to call, email, or drop by our clinic whenever it works best. Your family’s well-being is important to us, and we look forward to being part of your child’s oral health journey.