What is a Lingual Frenectomy?
While breastfeeding has many benefits, new mothers experience problems when getting started with breastfeeding. The most common issue is problems with attachment. This is often caused by an overly prominent frenum. The frenum is the tissue that connects the lower part of the tongue to the floor of the mouth. Thankfully, there is a solution for this.
When you contact Molson Park Dental Office, our dentists will examine the condition and provide a solution. They have been presenting women in Barrie with effective solutions on how to deal with this issue. Our dentists will help you determine if your child’s breastfeeding challenge is being caused by the frenum. After that, they will determine if frenectomy is the best way forward.
Lingual frenectomy is a procedure that takes about 5 minutes. During the procedure, the dentist removes the frenum with a surgical laser. The procedure is done using local anesthesia. The majority of children get over the unpleasant feeling or discomfort very fast once the procedure is done.
Do you suspect your child needs a lingual frenectomy? Contact Molson Park Dental Office today for a consultation with our team of experienced dentists.