Diagnosis Tongue-tie is typically diagnosed during a physical exam. For infants, the doctor might use a screening tool to score various aspects of the tongue’s appearance and ability to move. Treatment Treatment for tongue-tie is controversial. Some doctors and lactation consultants recommend correcting it right away — even before a newborn is discharged from the …

Frenums that are too tight can cause an infant to have difficulty breastfeeding or crying because they cannot open their mouths as widely as normal. As an example, infants with tight frenums may be unable to latch on properly because of the restriction on lip mobility that prevents suction at the nipple. This can lead …

Diagnosis Tongue-tie is typically diagnosed during a physical exam. For infants, the doctor might use a screening tool to score various aspects of the tongue’s appearance and ability to move. Treatment Treatment for tongue-tie is controversial. Some doctors and lactation consultants recommend correcting it right away — even before a newborn is discharged from the …

What Makes Us DifferentPersonalized Attention Dr. Dana will answer as many questions as you have, until you feel comfortable with the solution. Safety & Minimized Discomfort Dr. Dana only uses local anesthetic to minimize discomfort and never puts your baby under sedation. Effective Long Term Solution Dr. Dana will show you in person how to …

Dr. Dana Yeoman’s Promise To You ✅ I will answer as many questions as you have, until you feel comfortable with the solution.✅ I only use local anesthetic to minimize discomfort for the baby.✅ I never to put your baby under general sedation.✅ I show you in person how to do the stretches to prevent …

What is a tongue-tie? A tongue-tie is a small band of connective tissue that runs from the center of the tongue to the bottom of the mouth (near your baby’s chin) and then connects with the underside of your baby’s soft palate. A tight band that attaches to the back side of your baby’s tongue …

In kids and tongue-tie and lip=tie can result in underlying problems such as jaw-joint pain, trouble swallowing, sleep apnea, gum recession, and speed impediments. The problem can also push dentures out of place and destabilize them in adults.Treatment can improve the patient’s appetite, boost their self-confidence, and make it more comfortable to eat and swallow. …

Babies with tight frenums may have trouble breastfeeding or crying because they cannot open their mouths as widely as normal. As an example, infants with tight frenums may be unable to latch on properly because of the restriction on lip mobility that prevents suction at the nipple. Your child may benefit from a frenectomy if …

Dana Yeoman, DDS evaluates and treats tethered oral issues affecting infants and kids through a procedure known as frenectomy or frenotomy. The purpose of the procedure is to increase the range of motion when there’s limited movement due to having an upper lip or tongue tied. Tongue Tie Lip Tie Treatment (Frenectomy) in Bakersfield, CA …

Having a frenectomy is the most common procedure for infants and children who have Lip-Tie or Tongue-Tie issues, particularly if their tongue or lip is tied. It is fairly common for babies to have tongue-tie or lip-tie issues, which can be treated by a professional. Your child may experience difficulties with breastfeeding, dental decay, spacing …