Laser Frenectonomy

Laser Frenectonomy

Many children are born with a frenum (lip and tongue tie) condition. According to the our pediatric dentists in Pembroke Pines, this condition interferes with breastfeeding and speech development in a child. Laser Frenectomy procedure is one of the best treatments for correcting the frenum condition. However, this procedure is carried out to redefine the frenum. However, a frenectomy treatment applies to adults whose cavity change causes the frenum to pull the gums away from the lower front teeth.

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What is the Importance of the Laser Frenectonomy procedure?

The major benefit of laser frenectomy treatment is increasing the breastfeeding ability of a child. According to our pediatric team, this procedure does not require anesthesia unless it is severe and your child will not experience swelling after the procedure. Besides, laser frenectomy improves the appearance through the elimination of the tooth gap between the two upper front teeth. After the treatment procedure, the parent can easily breastfeed the kid without any pain.

Who is a Good Candidate for Laser Frenectomy?

A child with a tight frenum is considered the best candidate for a laser frenectomy procedure. If left untreated, the infant may not be able to latch appropriately during breastfeeding and will experience speech problems. As a mother, you might experience sore and painful nipples. Our pediatric dentist advises that you consult your child’s pediatrician for the best procedure to go for.

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What is the process of the Laser Frenectonomy procedure?

After a consultation with a pediatrician and you settle for the treatment procedure, the pediatrician will numb your child to enhance a comfortable process. If the procedure is being carried out under the tongue, the pediatrician will secure the tongue using a stay suture. He or she will quickly snip the frenum using surgical scissors. If the lip tie is severe, the pediatric will stitch the area to close the incision. This entire procedure takes up to 15 minutes. According to our team, getting a professional frenectomy treatment curbs future risk of infection.

If you think that your child needs a laser frenectomy treatment or would like to inquire more about the procedure, feel free to contact our pediatric office today and one of our helpful staff members will assist you.