Frenectomy Care

Thoughtful, Evidence-Based Tongue and Lip Tie Care For Infants, Kids, and Adults

Tongue and lip ties can show up in so many ways: painful feeding, restless sleep, speech delays, or even jaw and posture problems later in life.

For some families, the signs are obvious. For others, they’ve been missed for years.

At Developmental Dentistry, we don’t rush to release. We study how the restriction affects  movement, feeding, growth or function.

Then we use therapy and laser care at the right time. Whether it’s your baby, your child, or you, we meet you where you are and build a plan that works.

Infant Frenectomy Care

When Feeding Feels Too Hard

Feeding challenges are often the first sign that something isn’t working well.

Babies may struggle to latch, tire quickly while nursing, or have difficulty gaining weight. Parents may experience pain, frustration, or the sense that something just isn’t right.

Our team is led by a lactation consultant and our surgical providers are trained in airway and TMJ health.

Before you make decisions, listen to the experts. These short videos offer practical advice, honest comparisons, and what to expect when health – not just appearance – is the goal.

We Help With:

Painful or shallow latch
Poor weight gain
Clicking or slipping off the breast
Excessive gas, reflux, or fussiness
Sleep disruption
Nipple pain or damage for mom

Here Is How They Approach Treating Infants:

Evaluate latch, oral function, and soft tissue mobility
Coordinate care with your feeding team (IBCLC, bodyworker, etc.)
Use laser therapy for gentle, precise releases
Provide clear guidance for post-release healing and reintegration

We work closely with parents to ensure readiness and understanding before any release.
No rush. No pressure. Just thoughtful, evidence-based care.

Pediatric Frenectomy Care

Supporting Speech, Sleep, and Growth

As children grow, restricted oral tissues may show up in different ways including speech difficulties, sleep issues, or challenges with focus and behavior.

Tongue ties rarely resolve on their own. That’s why we take a functional, developmental lens when evaluating.

If a tongue tie is suspected in a child, we assess:

As children grow, restricted oral tissues may show up in different ways including speech difficulties, sleep issues, or challenges with focus and behavior.
Tongue ties rarely resolve on their own. That’s why we take a functional, developmental lens when evaluating.

Treatment plans may include:

Myofunctional therapy before and after release
Coordination with speech therapists, ENTs, or orthodontists
Laser frenectomy when function is compromised

We help families understand what’s causing the problem and what steps will support the best long-term outcome.

Adult Frenectomy Care

Finding Relief After Years of Compensation

Many adults with tongue or lip ties have spent decades adapting to the tie(s). From mouth breathing to clenching, jaw tension and postural shifts symptoms may show up as TMJ pain, fatigue, speech strain, or even chronic headaches.

No two adults are alike. Some need release, others don’t. We take the time to assess and personalize every plan.

Common adult symptoms:

Chronic jaw pain or tension
Difficulty with certain speech sounds
Feeling “tight” or restricted in the floor of the mouth
Ongoing TMJ dysfunction despite other treatment
Difficulty breathing through the nose

Our approach includes:

Comprehensive functional exam
Myofunctional therapy before and after release
Advanced laser surgery for minimal discomfort and optimal healing
Post-op follow-up and care coordination

Frenectomy Care FAQs

Why Laser? Why Here?

Our laser technology allows for highly precise, minimally invasive releases with less bleeding, faster healing, and minimal scar tissue.

Combined with our deep expertise in airway, growth, and TMJ care, it’s a uniquely integrative approach you won’t find in most dental or surgical offices.

Most importantly, we never treat the tie in isolation. Every patient gets a plan that considers the whole body, the whole system and the full potential for healing.