Frenectomy in Vaughan

Do You Need a Frenectomy?

Frenectomies are a recommended treatment by dentists, periodontists, and dental surgeons when patients’ tissues connecting the gum to the lip remain connected, or when the tissue attaching the bottom side of the tongue to the base of the jaw is too short, limiting tongue or jaw movement. 

Signs you may have tongue-tie or a lip-tie include difficulty with:

• Breathing
• Eating 
• Speaking 
• Kissing 
• Drinking 

By limiting your functionality and ability to communicate, tongue-tie or lip-tie can be extremely frustrating, interfering with social relationships and quality of life. Exploring options like a frenectomy at your local dental clinic in Vaughan, Expo City Dental, can be the relief you’ve been looking for. 

In children, signs that frenectomy may be required include: 

• Difficulty nursing or eating 
• Speech difficulties like mumbling or a lisp
• Mouth breathing or difficulty breathing 
• Trouble controlling tongue movements

What is a Frenectomy?

The frenectomy procedure is where the frenum, which constrains the lip or tongue, is carefully and strategically cut, facilitating lip and tongue mobility, making access to nutrition, speaking, and even smiling significantly easier and more comfortable. 

Here’s what you can expect when you visit Expo City Dental for tongue-tie or lip-tie:

1. Dental Consultation: When you visit our office considering a frenectomy in Vaughan, our team will talk to you about your current condition and experience. We will also conduct a physical exam of your gums, teeth, and other oral structures that are affected. To facilitate our exams, we may conduct digital scans or X-ray imaging for better visibility and an in-depth understanding of your unique anatomy. 
2. Frenectomy Treatment: When you and our dentists in Vaughan agree to proceed with the frenectomy, we can explore sedation and numbing options to ensure the treatment is comfortable. The procedure is typically relatively fast, lasting about 30 minutes at most, but usually it’s much shorter with laser technology, which minimizes bleeding and streamlines healing. Your dentist will talk you through the procedure and answer any questions. 
3. Aftercare and Follow Up: Once your frenectomy is complete, you will begin the healing process. The initial healing usually lasts a month at maximum and can range from patient to patient. When the treatment is over, we will schedule a follow-up or check-in at our local clinic in Vaughan, where our team can monitor your healing progress. When you’re at home, you can contact us with any questions or concerns.

Free Your Smile with a Frenectomy in Vaughan at Expo City Dental

When patients undergo frenectomies, there is usually little to no pain because there are minimal nerves in the frenum, but the advantages can be plentiful. If you’ve been held back or constrained, struggling socially or physically because of tongue tie or lip tie, a frenectomy gives you a way out. 

Find out if it’s right for you with the team you can trust - Expo City Dental.

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