Frenectomy
What is Frenectomy ?
A frenectomy is a surgical procedure that involves the removal or modification of a frenulum, which is a small fold of tissue in the mouth that connects two structures.
What is a Tounge Tie ?
A Tongue tie or ankyloglossia occurs when there is an abnormal band of thick tissue (frenum), which is located below the Tongue.
What is a Lip Tie ?
When the upper lip is lifted and the band of connective tissue (frenum) is
tight, causing the gums to turn white, it is known as upper lip tie. It ranges
from mild to severe.
WHAT OTHER PROBLEMS CAN ARISE FROM HAVING A TONGUE TIE & LIP TIE?
- A lip-tie limits the lip movement.
- A tongue-tie limits your tongue’s range of motion.
- Diastema (a gap between your front teeth), which may be aesthetically unpleasing.
- Gum recession, which can lead to gum disease and tooth mobility.
- Pain, swelling or tenderness with brushing or oral care.
- Malocclusion (crooked teeth).
HOW TO CORRECT THE LIP AND TONGUE TIE?
- LINGUAL FRENECTOMY: This procedure removes or modifies the band of tissue that connects the underside of your tongue to the floor of your mouth. Lingual frenectomies are used to correct tongue-ties.
- LABIAL FRENECTOMY: Sometimes called a maxillary frenectomy, this procedure removes the band of tissue that connects your upper gums to your front teeth. Labial frenectomies are used to correct lip-ties. Labial frenectomies can be performed on the lower lip too.
Advantages of Frenectomy Procedure
- Improved speech through enhanced tongue movement and flexibility.
- Improved breastfeeding in infants by addressing tongue tie issues.
- Prevention or alleviation of orthodontic problems, such as spacing between front teeth.
- Increased range of tongue movement for better articulation of sounds.
- Reduced gum recession risk by preventing excessive tension on the gums.
- Enhanced oral hygiene with better access for toothbrushing and flossing.
- Minimally invasive procedure often leading to reduced discomfort.
HOW THE TREATMENT IS PERFORMED?
- LASER TREATMENT: With using a laser, there is less pain, less bleeding and no need for sutures. This leads to fast healing and quick resolution to the problem. This form of treatment usually requires using just a local anaesthetic.
- Anaesthesia followed by incision with scalpel blade.
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Frequently Asked Questions on Child Dentistry
It is advisable for a baby to visit a dentist within six months after the first tooth eruption or by one year of age.
They help in the child’s jaw development.
They determine the face structure of growing child.
They maintain the space for permanent teeth in the future.
Milk teeth help children in proper speech.
Chewing the food appropriately to derive nourishment.
Overall, these teeth affect the child’s lifestyle.
Once the child starts to have a few teeth you can start using the kid toothbrush &
toothpaste. Toothpaste should be non-fluoridated as children usually tend to eat the
toothpaste or try to swallow it while brushing and too much fluoride can cause teeth to
stain.
For children of age 3 years or below should use toothpaste about a size of rice grain. For children of 3-6 years should use toothpaste about a size of PEA.
Gently rub the gums with damp muslin cloth (ice cold water)
Apply back side of cold spoon.
Teething toys are also available which can be refrigerated before use.