Lip & Tongue Tie Treatment – Scottsdale
Quick, Comfortable Laser Frenectomies
Have you noticed that your baby has difficulty latching on when feeding, or does your toddler struggle to speak clearly? This could be a result of lip or tongue-tie. This occurs when there is an overdeveloped band of tissue in the mouth that restricts the movement of the lips or tongue. Fortunately, at Shea Dental of Scottsdale, we offer laser frenectomies to give your child greater oral mobility. Give us a call to schedule a visit!
Why Choose Shea Dental of Scottsdale for Lip & Tongue-Tie Treatment?
- We Use a Soft-Tissue Laser
- Quick, Non-Invasive Procedure
- Flexible Financing Options
How Do Lip & Tongue Ties Develop?
Lip and tongue ties result from thick, malformed tissues in the mouth. Lip ties are when the tissue that connects the lips to the gums is too short or thick, preventing free movement of the lips. If this is the case for an infant, breastfeeding can be made very challenging. Tongue ties result from a lingual frenulum, the tissue that connects the tongue to the floor of the mouth, that is too short, thick, or malformed. Here are some signs that your child may have a lip or tongue tie:
- Difficulty latching while breastfeeding
- Digestive issues, like colic or reflux
- Being unable to hold onto a pacifier in the mouth
- Prolonged nursing sessions
Why Is It Important to Treat Lip & Tongue Ties?
When left untreated, lip and tongue ties can lead to different developmental issues for children. Here are some of the most common ones:
- Speech delays and difficulty speaking
- Digestive problems, like acid reflux
- Breathing difficulties and airway issues
- Forward head and neck posture
- Teeth grinding (bruxism)
Lip & Tongue Tie Treatment
The most common way to address lip tie or tongue tie is with a quick and simple procedure called a “frenectomy.” This treatment is designed to be quick and comfortable. We use a soft-tissue laser to remove excess tissue. Using a laser like this is ideal for a more comfortable procedure, reduces the risk of infection, and promotes a faster recovery time.