Frenectomy (Tongue & Lip Tie) in Gilmer, TX

Frenectomy for Infants & Children

Tongue tie and lip tie are more common than many parents realize. In infants, a restricted frenum can make breastfeeding difficult. In older children, it can affect speech and dental development.

Signs your infant may have a tongue or lip tie:

• Difficulty latching or staying latched during breastfeeding
• Clicking sounds while nursing
• Poor weight gain despite frequent feeding
• Maternal pain during breastfeeding
• Gumming or chewing instead of sucking
• Visible restriction when baby tries to lift tongue or flange upper lip

Families from Gilmer and across East Texas come to our office for laser frenectomy care close to home.

Frenectomy for Adults

Tongue and lip ties are not limited to childhood. Many adults live with restricted tissue without realizing it may be contributing to ongoing problems. Adult frenectomy can help with:

• Speech difficulties, especially with "l," "r," "s," and "th" sounds
• Difficulty eating certain foods or keeping food in the mouth
• Gap between front teeth caused by a tight labial frenum
• Gum recession from a frenum pulling on the gum tissue
• Jaw tension, headaches, and neck pain related to tongue restriction
• Sleep-disordered breathing and snoring

The procedure is also quick for adults, often taking less than 15 minutes with local anesthetic. Most patients return to normal activities the same day.