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Frenectomiesin North Carolina
A lip or tongue-tie can affect your child’s ability to eat, speak, and thrive. At Lume, we offer gentle, precise frenectomies to release tight oral tissue and support better function from infancy through childhood. With our skilled team and compassionate approach, we make the experience comfortable for your child, and reassuring for you.
What Is a Frenectomy?
A frenectomy is a minor oral procedure that releases a tight or restrictive frenum—a band of tissue under the tongue (tongue-tie) or upper lip (lip-tie). When these tissues are too tight, they can interfere with feeding, speech, oral development, and even proper brushing and flossing. At Lume, we evaluate each child carefully to determine whether a frenectomy is the right course of action. Using modern tools and techniques, we perform the procedure with minimal discomfort and quick recovery, helping your child eat, speak, and grow with ease.
The Benefits of Frenectomies
Frenectomies offer lasting relief for children affected by oral restrictions. Whether it’s improving breastfeeding for infants or supporting clear speech in toddlers and older kids, this quick and safe procedure can make a big impact. Our pediatric dentists work closely with your family and care team, like lactation consultants or speech therapists—to provide truly collaborative support.
Improve feeding and speech
Frenectomies can resolve nursing difficulties, bottle feeding challenges, and speech impediments tied to oral restrictions.
Comfortable, kid-friendly experience
We prioritize your child’s comfort and use gentle, modern techniques for a stress-free experience.
Long-term health benefits
Addressing lip or tongue-ties early can support better dental hygiene, jaw development, and airway health.
The Frenectomy Process
Releasing your child's tongue or lip-tie can feel like a big decision. We're here to make every step as easy and comfortable for our patients and their families as possible.
Thorough Evaluation
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We’ll assess your child’s tongue or lip mobility, symptoms, and medical history to determine whether a frenectomy is appropriate. We take the time to educate you on your child's condition, and we'll never recommend treatment unless it is necessary.
Preparing for the Procedure
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We explain the process in detail, answer your questions, and offer strategies for calming your child before treatment begins.
Performing the Release
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Using gentle, laser-assisted techniques, we carefully release the tight tissue in just a few seconds with minimal bleeding.
Post-Treatment Instructions
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We provide exercises, healing tips, and any necessary referrals to help your child recover quickly and effectively.
Frequently Asked Questions
Curious if a frenectomy is right for your child? We’re here to guide you.
Signs may include difficulty breastfeeding, speech delays, mouth breathing, or trouble with brushing. A consult with our team can provide clarity.
Most children experience very little discomfort. We use local anesthetic and age-appropriate calming techniques to ensure comfort.
Recovery is typically quick, and we provide gentle stretches and care instructions to promote proper healing.
Yes, in many cases, infants can latch more effectively right after treatment.
Some locations offer laser frenectomies, which reduce bleeding and healing time. We’ll recommend the best approach based on your child’s needs.
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