
What is a frenectomy?
A Frenectomy is a simple procedure that releases restricted oral tissue, improving speech, feeding, and oral hygiene. At The Little Smile Loft, we use laser treatment to make this process comfortable and effective for your child. It’s a quick, easy treatment with life-changing benefits.
Improves speech and feeding abilities
Enhances oral hygiene and dental health
Quick procedure with fast healing time

The Frenectomy Process
Here’s what you can expect.
Comprehensive Evaluation
We begin with a thorough assessment of your child's oral tissues, including the tongue and lip ties. We'll explain our findings and discuss how a frenectomy could benefit your child's oral health and overall development.
Gentle Procedure
Using our advanced CO2 laser, we perform the frenectomy quickly and comfortably. The procedure is often completed in just a few minutes, with minimal discomfort and no need for sutures.
Aftercare and Follow-up
We provide detailed aftercare instructions and schedule follow-up appointments to monitor healing and improvement in function. Our team remains available to address any questions or concerns you may have during the recovery process.
Our Difference
At The Little Smile Loft, we use a state-of-the-art CO2 laser for frenectomies. This advanced technology allows for precise, virtually painless treatment with minimal bleeding and faster healing. The laser seals blood vessels as it works, reducing discomfort and the risk of infection. Your child will experience less post-procedure pain and a quicker return to normal activities.
We prioritize your child's comfort throughout the frenectomy process. Our CO2 laser technology, combined with topical anesthetic, ensures a pain-free experience.
For children who are particularly anxious or have special needs, we offer safe sedation options for frenectomies. From nitrous oxide to general anesthesia, we tailor our approach to your child's specific needs and comfort level. Interested in exploring sedation options for your child's frenectomy? Let's talk about the best approach for your child's unique situation.

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Frequently Asked Questions
The ideal age for a frenectomy can vary depending on the individual child and the severity of the tongue or lip tie. In most cases, frenectomies are performed on newborns, if there is difficulty while latching and during breastfeeding. For older children, the procedure can be done at any age if it's causing issues with speech, eating, sleep, and oral hygiene.
At The Little Smile Loft, we assess each child individually to determine the best timing for the procedure. We consider factors such as the child's development, the impact of the tie on their daily functions, and their ability to cooperate during the procedure. If you're concerned about your child's tongue or lip tie, we encourage you to schedule an evaluation. We'll provide a personalized recommendation based on your child's specific needs.
The recovery process after a frenectomy at The Little Smile Loft is typically quick and comfortable, thanks to our advanced CO2 laser technology. Here's what you can expect:
- Immediate post-procedure: Your child may experience some mild discomfort or a "different" feeling in their mouth. This usually subsides quickly.
- First 24 hours: Some minor or soreness is normal. Over-the-counter pain relievers can be used if needed.
- Feeding: Most children can return to normal feeding immediately. For infants, breastfeeding or bottle feeding can usually resume right away.
- Healing time: The treated area typically heals within 1-2 weeks.
- Aftercare: We'll provide specific instructions for gentle stretching exercises to prevent reattachment of the tissue.
- Follow-up: We'll schedule a follow-up appointment to check healing and improvement in function.
Baby Symptoms:
- Audible clicking during feeding
- Poor weight gain
- Gassy or Colic Symptoms
- Poor latch
- A notched tongue
- Fatigue while feeding
- Milk spills out of mouth while feeding
- Extended nursing sessions
- Reflux or Frequent spitting up
- Gagging
- History of oral thrush
Mother Symptoms:
- Painful Breastfeeding
- Chewing/gumming the bottle/nipple
- Misshapen nipples
- Cracked, bleeding, bruised nipples
- Severe pain while latching
- Incomplete breast drainage
- Mastitis
Older children:
- Mouth breathing
- Heart-shaped tongue
- High-arched palate
- Difficulty articulating during speech
- Large gap between the two front teeth
- Sleep Disturbances
- Dysphagia (Trouble Swallowing)
- Bed wetting

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Your child deserves the very best. From their teeth to their confidence in every smile, we’re here to give your child a bright beginning to dental care. Get in touch with us today – we can’t wait to show you how fun and easy dentistry can be!