When a new mom experiences pain or other problems while nursing her infant, we evaluate the infant’s tongue, lips and cheeks to identify any ties. A tie is an unusually short or tight tissue that can restrict a good latc ...
A tongue or lip tie is when the tongue or lip is connected to the bottom of the mouth by a piece of tissue (called frenum) that is shorter than optimal. It is a condition that forms 4 weeks in utero, so the child is born ...
A tongue or lip tie surgery, also known as a frenectomy is done to untether or release the piece of tissue connecting the tongue to the floor of the mouth or the lip to the gums. We currently perform this procedure on in ...
It is recommended to feed the baby immediately following this procedure. A follow-up appointment with your lactation consultant is highly recommended within 24-48 hours of the procedure. We will also have follow-up appoi ...
