Start The Year With Easier Feeding And Speech: Tongue & Lip Tie Release
The start of a new year is the perfect time to support your child’s growth and development. At Kewaskum Family Dentistry, we’re excited to highlight a service that’s helping infants nurse and children speak with confidence: tongue and lip tie release. By addressing these small yet impactful issues, families can experience noticeable improvements in daily life without leaving town.
Understanding Tongue & Lip Ties
Tongue and lip ties occur when the tissue connecting the tongue or lip to the mouth (called a frenulum) is tighter or thicker than usual. These restrictions can make everyday activities like nursing, bottle feeding, swallowing, and speaking more challenging.
These are the most common signs in Infants and older children:
Signs in Infants:
- Difficulty maintaining a latch or frequent slipping off the nipple
- Clicking sounds during feeding
- Fussiness, gassiness, or frustration while feeding
- Trouble gaining weight despite frequent nursing
Signs in Older Children:
- Trouble pronouncing certain sounds clearly
- Gaps between upper front teeth
- Challenges with oral hygiene and brushing comfortably
- Tension or limited tongue movement affecting speech
Even though the issue may seem small, the positive impact of treatment can be life changing for children and parents.
A Gentle and Precise Laser Solution
Laser tongue and lip tie release provides a modern, minimally invasive alternative to traditional methods. The laser allows for:
- Quick, precise treatment with minimal discomfort
- Reduced bleeding and swelling
- Fast healing, often allowing immediate feeding for infants
- Efficient procedures that typically take just a few minutes
This gentle approach ensures children recover comfortably while parents can see immediate improvements in feeding, speech, and oral function.
Why This Matters Now
Many families spend weeks or months searching for answers to feeding or speech difficulties, not realizing that a simple, treatable condition may be the cause. By offering this service locally, we remove the barrier of traveling out of town and provide timely relief. Early intervention can set the foundation for confident speech, better oral habits, and healthier development.
A Call to Our Community
As part of our dental family, you have the power to help neighbors, friends, and relatives discover this life-changing care. Sharing your knowledge about tongue and lip tie release can directly improve a child’s quality of life while giving parents peace of mind.
Next Steps
If you suspect your child may have a tongue or lip tie, we invite you to schedule a consultation with our team, located in Kewaskum, WI. Our caring dental professionals provide thorough evaluations and gentle laser treatment to support nursing, speech, and overall oral health.
