Lip tie and tongue tie can be frustrating and even painful conditions to live with. Dr. T. Kirk Crane, DDS is trained and experienced in performing frenectomies for those in the Lafayette, LA area suffering from complications due to lip tie and tongue tie.
The frenulum is the piece of tissue that attaches the lips to the gums and the tongue to the floor of the mouth. When the frenulum is too short or too tight, it limits the movement of the tongue and lips. This can lead to difficulty in babies breastfeeding, which is a problem for both the baby and the mother. In adulthood, lip tie and tongue tie can cause complications with things like eating, oral cleanliness, and speech.
The process of performing a frenectomy is simple and is usually completed in about fifteen minutes. Depending on age, a general anesthesia may be used. However, for most adults only a local anesthetic is needed. Either a scalpel or a laser will be used to detach the shortened frenulum so that it can heal with more range. The healing process includes only minimal discomfort.
To learn more about frenectomies or to schedule an appointment with Dr. T. Kirk Crane, DDS of Lafayette, LA, call us at (337) 232-3873 or visit our website, www.drcranedental.com.
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