Many infants show an immediate improvement in latch depth and seal, and mothers often notice less pain within the first feeds. Some babies need a few days of practice as swelling subsides and new mobility becomes familiar. We coordinate with your lactation consultant to reinforce the gains and adjust positioning as needed.
With local anesthesia, the procedure itself is typically pressure rather than pain. Afterward, most patients describe mild to moderate soreness that responds to recommended over-the-counter pain control. Discomfort usually peaks in the first day or two and fades as healing progresses.
What people call regrowth is usually reattachment due to healing contraction or limited aftercare. We teach simple stretches and myofunctional exercises that help maintain mobility. When families are consistent, reattachment is uncommon.
No. Speech involves coordination among many structures and neural pathways. A restrictive frenulum can limit sounds that require elevation or protrusion, but not all articulation differences trace to tongue tie. We collaborate with speech-language pathologists to determine whether release is indicated and to support therapy afterward.
Safety depends on age, anatomy, and function. In many cases, treating both is appropriate and can improve latch and seal. We assess how each restriction contributes to your concerns and make a plan that balances benefit, comfort, and healing.
Most children return the next day, sometimes the same day, depending on comfort. We suggest avoiding rough play or activities that could strain the mouth for a short period. Exercises are brief and can be worked into your routine without disrupting school or sports.
Coverage varies by plan and diagnosis. Our team provides the codes and documentation you can submit to your insurer. We are transparent about fees and will help you understand your options before you decide.
Adults often experience meaningful relief from tension, headaches, jaw strain, and speech fatigue. Release can also support better nasal breathing and oral posture. We pair treatment with exercises to help you integrate the new mobility into daily function.
We start with a functional exam and encourage assessment by a lactation consultant. Signs like shallow latch, clicking, prolonged feeds, maternal nipple damage, and poor transfer raise suspicion. We will explain whether the pattern points to tongue restriction or other factors such as positioning or reflux, and we plan accordingly.
We combine a whole-person evaluation, precise technique, and coordinated aftercare. You will have a clear plan, supportive follow-up, and access to providers who communicate with your lactation or therapy team. Our focus is on durable function and your family’s quality of life.
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