Tongue Tie in Davidson NC - Lip Tie Mooresville - Frenuloplasty Cornelius

What Is Tongue Tie?

Tongue-tie is a fairly common occurrence that is best treated as early as possible to encourage necessary behaviors for swallowing and breathing during early development. Most of the time, these anatomical difficulties are discovered in infants that have issues breastfeeding. A tongue-tie may be adjusted with a tongue tie release by an oral physician.

Dr. Coleman and Dr. Dastrup at Dentistry Elevated in Davidson, North Carolina, have experience diagnosing and treating tongue and lip ties, providing expert care for all of their patients.

Functional Frenuloplasty

If a tongue tie is determined to be severe, we will perform a tongue tie release called a frenotomy functional frenuloplasty. This simple procedure involves a small incision or snipping off the front band that anchors the tongue to the floor of the mouth (lingual frenulum). The release is performed in-office, and you can expect minimal discomfort.

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Tongue Tie and Lip Tie FAQs

What causes tongue ties?

A tongue-tie occurs when the membrane that anchors the tongue to the floor of the mouth (lingual frenulum) is tight or short.

What causes a lip tie?

A lip-tie occurs when the connective tissue behind the upper lip (maxillary labial frenum) is too short and tight. There are different classifications of lip ties based on various anatomies, and severity is determined by the degree of restriction.

How can I tell if I have a lip tie?

You can see a lip tie by looking beneath the upper lip. There is a band of tissue in the center that connects the upper lip and gums. If this seems tight or if the lip is challenging to lift, there may be a lip tie. In an infant, you may notice your child having difficulty moving their upper lip. If you experience pain breastfeeding, it may be because your infant has a lip tie preventing them from latching correctly.

What happens if you don’t fix a tongue or lip tie?

Lip and tongue ties can cause oral health problems if left untreated. These anatomical differences can make breastfeeding difficult for infants. Tongue ties in older children and adults can make it difficult to maintain clean teeth, increasing the risk of gum disease and tooth decay.

Contact Dentistry Elevated for Tongue Tie Release in Davidson, NC

At Dentistry Elevated, we diagnose and determine treatments on a case-by-case basis, providing individualized care in a comforting atmosphere. If you believe you or someone you love has a lip or tongue tie, please schedule an appointment with us today.

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