Have you been told your newborn may be tongue and/or lip-tied?
An Unbiased, Honest Assessment:
Dr. Aaron Schwartz is a Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist and Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, offering Lightscalpel CO2 laser releases for tongue and/or lip-tied newborns in Metro Atlanta and throughout the Southeast. Dr. Aaron is committed to a professional one-on-one setting for both you and your child. His services are available for infants until 9 months of age. This office is NOT a Tongue-Tie Center needing to maintain it’s overhead. It’s simply a thriving pediatric dental office with a subfocus on infant frenectomies. Dr. Aaron has treated thousands of babies, and he will make you feel informed before any decision is made. That’s his most important goal. Honest information.
Fill out the form and we will be in touch. Dr. Aaron Schwartz will critically evaluate your child’s possible tongue and/or lip-tie to allow him to make the best recommendation for care.
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500 CONCORD ROAD SE
SMYRNA, GEORGIA 30082
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(770) 405-9277
OUR HOURS
MON: Closed | TUES: 8AM - 4:30PM | WED: 8AM - 4:30PM | THURS: 8AM - 4:30PM
BENEFITS OF LASER FRENECTOMY
Why should you choose a laser frenectomy over a traditional method? Check out the benefits:
- Lasers are very precise in where they cut tissue, leaving important anatomical landmarks alone.
- The risk of bleeding is significantly reduced, as laser energy can stop bleeding from occurring.
- The risk of infection is greatly diminished, as laser energy is sterile.
- No shots are needed for the procedure.
- The procedure is performed easily in-office, bypassing pricey hospital fees and allowing the baby to return to mom within minutes.
Why Choose Dr. Aaron Schwartz for Your Child's Frenectomy?
State-of-the-art CO2 laser is used
- Minimizes the risk of scar tissue formation and associated complications.
Same day treatment, with a personalized touch
-Expect a more personal/welcoming feel compared to a hospital/large corporate setting.
One-on-One time with Dr. Aaron
- He will make himself available for you throughout the process.
Dr. Aaron can help you submit to medical insurance, if applicable
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Dr. Aaron is a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a "frenectomy"?
A “frenectomy” is a procedure that involves releasing the tight or elongated frenulum; either the lingual frenulum, labial frenulum, or both.
The overarching goal of a frenectomy is to have babies command optimal oral-muscular movement while nursing. A frenectomy allows for a wider range of tongue and lip motion, leading to a better latch and better oral-muscular movements while nursing. In turn, this may lead to more efficient nursing for the baby and less nipple pain for the mother.
What is a frenulum?
We all have a frenulum— it’s the connective tissues underneath the lip and tongue. The labial frenulum is found under the top lip, and lingual frenulum is found under the tongue.
When the attachment sites for frenulums are abnormally tight or elongated, it can restrict proper oral movements or lead to latching difficulties, making feeding inefficient for nursing newborns. Not only that, but it can also lead to intense pain for the mother!
What are symptoms my baby has tongue & lip-tie?
- Poor, shallow, or non-sustainable latch
- Popping on and off and frequently breaking seal
- Gumming and/or chewing on nipple
- Falling asleep at breast
- Unable to hold pacifier
- “Clicking” noise while nursing
- Swallowing excessive amounts of air
- Reflux or gas
- Long feeding times with short time between feedings
- Poor weight gain
What symptoms will I have if my baby has tongue & lip-tie?
- Nipple pain
- Nipple discomfort
- Creased, blanched, or “lipstick” shaped nipples
- Cracked, bruised, blistered, or bleeding nipples
- Infected nipples
- Mastitis and nipple thrush
- Engorged/unemptied breasts
- Plugged ducts
- Exhaustion
- Depression
How can tongue & lip-tie affect my child?
Untreated tongue & lip-tie may:
- Increase risk of non-optimal weight gain
- Impact airway and breathing
- Influence tooth and jaw development
- Create difficulties maintaining proper oral hygiene
- Increase risk for developing cavities
- Lead to speech and language impediment
What are the complications and risks of a laser frenenectomy?
Having a laser frenectomy is typically a safe and simple procedure, however, the follow can occur:
- Delayed lactation support
- No improvements in nursing
- Oral-aversion for the baby
- Trauma to developing salivary glands and lingual artery
- Bleeding