Frenectomy Clinic: Carla Damon DDS PC

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What is a frenum? A frenum is a small membrane that attaches your tongue to the floor of your mouth, and your lip to the top of your mouth. In some cases, these frenums can be thick, or attached more anteriorly than they should be, and become restrictive. What if my child has a restrictive frenum? More commonly known as a tongue-tie, a restricted tongue can contribute to difficulties with breast- or bottle-feeding as an infant, preventing a proper latch, or seal, around the nipple. As a consequence, feeds can be incomplete, frustrating, prolonged, and/or painful. What is a frenotomy?A frenotomy is a quick procedure that cuts the restricted frenum, thereby releasing the tongue/lip from its tethered state. Dr. Damon uses a laser for this procedure, eliminating the need for a scalpel or sutures, and in many cases, local anesthetic. Your child will be able to eat immediately after the procedure, as the laser causes minimal to no bleeding!