Laser Tie and Lip Tie Treatment for Children in Rohini, Delhi
Tongue tie is the non-medical term for a common congenital condition that limits the use of the tongue, called ankyloglossia. A short, tight band of tissue (frenulum) tethers the tongue’s tip to the mouth floor. Ankyloglossia can affect how a child speaks and eats, as well as interfere with breastfeeding.
Lip tie is a similar congenital condition in which the tissue that tethers the upper lip to the upper gum is overly large or tight. Lip tie most often occurs in conjunction with tongue tie rather than on its own. Both conditions can cause ongoing health problems in infants and children due to the restriction of movement of the tongue or lip.
Potential problems from tongue tie and lip tie include:
- Difficulty with breastfeeding
- Early childhood caries (dental decay) and spacing problems
- Digestive issues
- Speech and airway interference
Tongue tie and lip tie laser surgery can correct these problems through a relatively simple procedure which Dr. Rajesh Bansal can perform in office.
Tongue-Tie and Lip-Tie Laser Surgery: Post-Operative Care
Daily stretching is critical after a frenectomy to prevent the tongue and/or lip from reattaching. Our child’s pediatric dentist will provide you with specific instructions on how to properly perform the correct stretches for your child.
If your child is an infant, keep in mind that, while many infants have a corrected latch immediately following a frenectomy, others need more time to learn how to breastfeed effectively. If your infant falls into the latter category, it is important to continue working with your lactation consultant and to always remember that your infant is learning a new skill that may take practice.
If your child is older, certain dietary restrictions will be necessary during the first few days following the lip- or tongue-tie laser surgery. Your child’s pediatric dentist will discuss specific dietary restrictions with you at your child’s appointment.
