Our laser treatment has a quick healing process, so after the procedure you’ll be able to feed your baby without any further problems.
This procedure will give your child improved speech abilities, since it will be easier for them to move their tongue and form certain sounds.
Treat this problem early to help your child avoid future problems with eating, speaking, their oral health, their smile’s appearance, and more.

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Pediatric Frenectomy or Tongue Tie in Hawthorne, CA

If your child is in need of a pediatric frenectomy in Hawthorne, you’ve come to the right place. Traditional tongue-tie removal required a painful procedure to cut the soft tissue in the mouth, but that’s no longer necessary for babies and young children in need of this procedure. With the help of laser dentistry, we are able to:

Safely and comfortably remove extra tissue “tying” your child’s tongue or lip down
Prevent unnecessary pain during the procedure
Cause less trauma to your child’s mouth
Promote quick healing of the area with laser treatment

The idea of removing a tongue-tie or lip-tie can be a scary thought for a parent. The team at Hawthorne Smile Spa is one of the few pediatric dentists in the area trained to use laser dentistry for a safe, painless procedure. Give us a call at 310-982-4895 to learn how we will treat your child as our own.

Remove a Tongue-Tie or Lip-Tie to Promote Healthy Child Development

Most frenectomies are performed on babies because the tongue-tie or lip-tie causes problems with nursing or bottle-feeding. A baby who cannot wrap their tongue around the feeding source will not gain weight, may be fussy during feedings, or may not thrive as they grow. Breastfeeding mothers might be told that their baby has a “bad latch.” Both mothers and babies may become frustrated and upset.

From a young age, a frenectomy can have a big impact. In addition to improving baby feedings and nourishment, it can:

Improve speech for some children
Prevent orthodontic and oral health issues later in life
Help with chewing and swallowing for some children
Increase their appetite and promote healthy development
Allow for a better fit for dental restorations in adulthood

We Use a Laser for Trauma-Free Treatment

Our laser dentistry treatment works on all tissues. In addition to performing frenectomies, we use it when preparing cavities for fillings and treating gum disease. A laser will ensure that your child’s frenectomy is comfortable, safe, and precise. It is so comfortable, in fact, that your baby will be able to feed before you leave our office!

A laser cauterizes as it removes tissue. This means:

No bleeding
No incisions or stitches
No trauma
Faster healing time

For parents who need to have their babies treated for a tongue-tie or lip-tie, there is no better solution than a laser frenectomy. Call 310-982-4895 right now to schedule a consultation with one of our doctors to discuss a frenectomy in Hawthorne, CA. You can also schedule an appointment online.

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Common Questions About Frenectomy

How is a frenectomy done?

At our dental practice, we can perform a frenectomy using a gentle, low-power laser. The laser allows us to reduce the size of the frenum that is causing either a tongue-tie or lip-tie in an infant or child. Treatment is quick and comfortable, and your child will not experience any pain or require any stitches.

When is a frenectomy performed?

A frenectomy is performed if a child is experiencing either a tongue-tie or lip-tie. Excessive folds of skin that connect the tongue to the floor of the mouth or the lip to the gums can restrict movement of the tongue or lips and cause problems nursing or speaking. We can use a special laser to remove or reduce the frenum quickly and painlessly.

Who does a frenectomy?

Our pediatric dentists right here at Hawthorne Smile Spa are trained to perform a frenectomy. Over our 35-year history, we’ve performed this procedure countless times, so your child will be in good hands. We use a special dental laser that allows us to do the procedure painlessly in minutes without any cutting or stitches.

Why does my child have a tongue-tie?

The origins of tongue-ties remain largely a mystery, though researchers have identified a genetic component. While typically associated with newborns and toddlers, this condition isn’t exclusive to the very young. Cases have been documented in adolescents and even mature adults. Tongue-ties don’t always cause noticeable problems, which means some individuals may be unaware they have this condition for years or even their entire lives.

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Pediatric Frenectomy or Tongue Tie in Hawthorne, CA

Remove a Tongue-Tie or Lip-Tie to Promote Healthy Child Development

We Use a Laser for Trauma-Free Treatment

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