Does My Child Need a Frenectomy?
Your child might need a frenectomy if they experience a condition where the tissue connecting the tongue to the floor of the mouth (in the case of tongue tie) or the lip to the gum (in the case of lip tie) is too tight.
Eating
A limited range of tongue movement can make it hard for the child to latch onto the breast or a bottle, resulting in poor weight gain and discomfort during feeding.
Speech
A restricted tongue can hinder the articulation of certain sounds, leading to speech impediments that can impact communication skills.
Tooth Movement
A tight lip tie can create gaps between the front teeth due to added tension.
Mouth Breathing
Tightness in the labial frenum can restrict proper mouth closure, leading to mouth breathing, which may cause sleep and airway issues as your child grows.
Gum Recession
In some instances, a tight frenulum can pull the gums away from teeth and contribute to gum recession and disease.
Instructional Videos for Home Care
Children Post Frenectomy
How to use a Mouth Prop-Guide
Children Post Frenectomy
Stretching Exercises
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