Desert Kids Dental is expanding awareness of its specialized frenectomy services, offering gentle and effective treatment for children with tongue-ties and lip-ties. The practice performs lingual frenectomies, maxillary (labial) frenectomies, and laser frenectomies to help infants and children overcome feeding difficulties, speech concerns, oral development challenges, and restricted tongue or lip movement.
A frenectomy involves releasing a tight or restrictive frenum — the band of tissue that connects the tongue to the floor of the mouth or the upper lip to the gumline. When these tissues are unusually short, thick, or tight, they can interfere with breastfeeding or bottle-feeding, speech development, swallowing, oral hygiene, and proper dental alignment. Desert Kids Dental notes that tongue-tie and lip-tie conditions affect an estimated 4 to 11 percent of newborns, making early evaluation and treatment essential for healthy development.
Lingual Frenectomy (Tongue-Tie Release)
A lingual frenectomy is performed when the lingual frenulum restricts tongue movement. Children with tongue-ties may struggle with breastfeeding, have difficulty lifting or moving the tongue, or later develop speech issues. Releasing the tie allows the tongue to move freely, improving feeding efficiency, comfort, and oral function.
Maxillary (Labial) Frenectomy (Lip-Tie Release)
A maxillary or labial frenectomy is recommended when the upper lip frenum restricts lip movement or causes spacing between the front teeth. A lip-tie can make breastfeeding difficult, affect oral hygiene, or contribute to dental alignment issues as the child grows. The procedure restores proper lip mobility and reduces the risk of long-term complications.
Laser Frenectomies for a More Comfortable Experience
Desert Kids Dental uses the Solea CO₂ soft-tissue laser for many frenectomy procedures. Laser treatment offers several advantages over traditional methods, including reduced bleeding, minimal swelling, and faster healing. Because the laser vaporizes tissue precisely, the procedure often does not require sutures and may eliminate the need for general anesthesia. Children typically experience less discomfort, and infants can usually nurse immediately after the procedure.
What Parents Can Expect
Each frenectomy begins with a comprehensive evaluation to determine whether a tongue-tie or lip-tie is present and how it affects feeding, speech, or oral development. The procedure itself usually takes about five minutes. Infants wear protective goggles, and parents are encouraged to bring babies to the appointment hungry so they can feed right after the release.
After the procedure, Desert Kids Dental provides detailed aftercare instructions. Gentle stretching exercises help prevent the tissue from reattaching during the healing process. A follow-up appointment is scheduled about a week later to ensure healing is progressing well.
Who Benefits from Frenectomy Treatment
While many frenectomies are performed on infants struggling with feeding issues, the procedure can also benefit toddlers, older children, and even teenagers dealing with speech difficulties, restricted tongue movement, or dental concerns linked to tight frenulum tissue. Early treatment supports proper oral development, reduces discomfort, and minimizes the risk of long-term complications.
About Desert Kids Dental
Desert Kids Dental is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality pediatric dental care in a comforting, child-friendly setting. Through the use of advanced technology and minimally invasive laser techniques, the clinic offers effective solutions for tongue-tie and lip-tie conditions with a focus on safety, comfort, and long-term oral health. Parents who believe their child may have a tongue-tie or lip-tie are encouraged to schedule a consultation.
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Phone: 702-660-7099
Address:9859 W Deer Springs Way STE 110
City: Las Vegas
State: NV 89149
Country: United States
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