Infant Frenectomy

Establishing a comfortable latch is key to a long-lasting and successful nursing relationship. Sometimes there are physiological factors which impact this latch which can cause you or you baby to experience symptoms. As the mother of three children, all of whom Dr. Sam was able to breastfeed for over a year, she understands the desire to bond with your child in this way. Together with your lactation consultant, Dr. Sam will determine whether your child requires surgical intervention and be there to support you should you choose this route.

Does my child need a release?

  • Poor latch quality

  • Prematurely falling asleep while nursing

  • Slides off of nipple

  • Colic Symptoms

  • Reflux

Signs Your Child May Be Tongue-tied

  • Gumming/Chewing

  • Low milk supply

  • Nipple damage (cracked/bleeding)

  • Severe nipple pain

  • Poor/incomplete breast drainage

  • Mastitis/Thrush

  • Vasospasm

  • Infected nipples

  • Poor weight gain

  • Pacifier problems

What To Expect

  • Evaluation

    Dr. Sam requires evaluation by an IBCL (International Board-certified Lactation Consultant) prior to visiting our office. Dr. Sam uses this critical information along with a screening questionnaire and thorough examination of your baby to help in determining whether your baby is a candidate for release.

  • Procedure

    Local anesthesia will be used to eliminate any pain your baby may feel. The procedure itself takes a few minutes, there is minimal bleeding and we will recommend your baby return immediately to nursing for comfort following the procedure.

  • Aftercare

    Aftercare and mobility exercises are critical to the success of this procedure. Dr. Sam will go over this care with you prior to the procedure to ensure you feel confident in your ability to perform the exercises for your baby and prevent re-attachment of the tissue.