Improves Feeding for Babies & Parents
Improves Feeding for Babies & Parents
Releasing a tight frenulum can make nursing or bottle-feeding easier and more efficient — often improving latch, reducing reflux, and supporting better growth and comfort.
Lip and Tongue Ties for Kidsin McKinney, TX
Lip and Tongue Ties for Kids
in McKinney, TX
Lip and tongue ties are more common than most people realize — and fortunately, they’re easy to treat. At Sprout Dentistry for Kids in McKinney, we offer gentle, laser-based frenectomies to help your child feed, speak, and smile more comfortably and confidently.
What Are Lip and Tongue Ties?
What Are Lip and Tongue Ties?
Lip and tongue ties occur when the small band of tissue (frenulum) under the tongue or upper lip is too short, thick, or tight. This can limit movement and interfere with basic functions like breastfeeding, bottle-feeding, and even speech as your child grows. Left untreated, these restrictions can lead to poor weight gain, latch issues, digestive discomfort, and long-term developmental concerns. At Sprout Dentistry for Kids in McKinney, we treat lip and tongue ties with precision laser technology and a compassionate, family-centered approach.
The Benefits of Lip and Tongue Ties
The Benefits of Lip and Tongue Ties
Prevents Long-Term Issues
Prevents Long-Term Issues
Early treatment helps prevent future speech delays, dental crowding, breathing concerns, and jaw development problems related to oral restriction.
Fast, Gentle Procedure
Fast, Gentle Procedure
Laser frenectomies at our McKinney office are safe, minimally invasive, and completed in under a minute. Healing is quick, and discomfort is minimal.
Compassionate, Trusted Care in McKinney
Compassionate, Trusted Care in McKinney
If your child is struggling with latch issues, oral mobility, or speech development, we’re here to help. Our McKinney pediatric dentists are trained in diagnosing and treating tongue and lip ties with care that’s personalized to your child’s needs. We’ll guide you through every step and make sure you feel confident and supported.
Types of Lip and Tongue Ties
Types of Lip and Tongue Ties
Anterior Tongue Tie
Anterior Tongue Tie
Anterior Tongue Tie
This form is often easy to identify, with the restriction close to the tip of the tongue. It can clearly affect movement and latch, especially during early feeding.
Posterior Tongue Tie
Posterior Tongue Tie
Posterior Tongue Tie
Less visible but equally impactful, posterior ties sit further back and are often missed in routine exams. We thoroughly evaluate each case in our McKinney office to ensure nothing is overlooked.
Lip Tie
Lip Tie
Lip Tie
When the upper lip’s frenulum is too tight, it can prevent babies from flanging their lips properly around the breast or bottle. This contributes to poor latch, gas, or nipple pain in breastfeeding parents.
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The Lip and Tongue Tie Treatment Process
The Lip and Tongue Tie Treatment Process
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Consultation & Evaluation
Consultation & Evaluation
During your visit, our team will perform a thorough exam and review feeding patterns, symptoms, and family history. If a tie is present, we’ll discuss the findings and walk you through the treatment process and benefits.
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Laser Frenectomy Procedure
Laser Frenectomy Procedure
Using a soft tissue laser, we gently release the restrictive tissue in just seconds. The laser cauterizes as it cuts, reducing bleeding and eliminating the need for sutures. Most infants and children remain calm during the procedure, and no sedation is typically required.
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Recovery & Follow-Up
Recovery & Follow-Up
We provide detailed aftercare instructions and stretching exercises to prevent reattachment. Healing typically occurs within 1–2 weeks. Many families notice immediate improvement in feeding, speech, or comfort shortly after treatment.
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