Compassionate Infant Oral Care from a Pediatric Dentist Supporting You and Your Baby

If you’re struggling with breastfeeding challenges, you’re not alone — and you’re not doing anything wrong. Sometimes, the cause is structural, not behavioral. Tongue-ties and lip-ties can make breastfeeding painful, stressful, and ineffective for both baby and parent. Our pediatric dentist specializes in infant oral care, offering precise laser tongue-tie and lip-tie releases that can help restore comfort, improve feeding success, and support your baby’s long-term oral development.

What Are Tongue and Lip Ties?

A tongue-tie is medically known as ankyloglossia. This condition occurs when the tissue joining the tongue to the floor of the mouth is excessively tight, thick, or short, limiting tongue movement. Similarly, a lip-tie restricts movement of the upper lip. These oral restrictions can interfere with a baby’s ability to latch, suck, swallow, and breathe properly during feeding — often leading to breastfeeding difficulties and, later, challenges with bottle feeding or solids as the baby grows.

Signs Your Baby May Have a Tongue or Lip Tie

Infant Symptoms:

• Difficulty latching or staying latched
• Chewing or biting the nipple instead of sucking
• Clicking or smacking sounds during feeding
• Swallowing excessive air, leading to gas or reflux-like symptoms
• Frequent, short feedings or falling asleep while nursing
• Fussiness or frustration during feeding
• Poor weight gain or failure to thrive
• Trouble keeping a pacifier in the mouth
• Bottle feeding difficulties (leaking milk, excessive air intake, long feeds)

Feeding challenges don’t always end with nursing. Many tongue-tied babies also struggle with bottle feeding and later have trouble transitioning to solids after six months — refusing spoons, gagging, or showing discomfort when new textures are introduced. These continued challenges can signal that oral mobility remains restricted, impacting both nutrition and early speech development.

Maternal Symptoms:

• Painful latch, sore or cracked nipples
• Blanched or lipstick-shaped nipples post-feed
• Frequent blocked ducts, mastitis, or nipple infections
• Perceived low milk supply
• Feeling discouraged, exhausted, or overwhelmed
• Considering early weaning due to ongoing issues

If these symptoms sound familiar, it may be time to explore whether a tongue or lip tie is contributing to your baby’s feeding difficulties.

The Pediatric Dentist’s Role in Infant Oral Care

Not all providers are trained to identify and treat oral restrictions. Our experienced pediatric dentist focuses on improving function — not just appearance. We take time to understand your baby’s full feeding history, assess oral anatomy and movement, and listen to your concerns before recommending treatment. By addressing tongue and lip ties early, we can help set a stronger foundation for future feeding milestones, including bottle transitions and solid food introduction.

Why Choose Laser Treatment?

Our pediatric dental clinic use advanced soft-tissue laser technology for gentle, precise, and quick tongue and lip tie releases. Compared to traditional surgical methods, laser treatment:

• Involves minimal bleeding
• Reduces the risk of infection
• Requires no stitches
• Promotes faster healing
• Offers better precision and comfort for your baby

Laser release supports the natural healing process while helping restore optimal tongue and lip movement — so babies can feed, swallow, and later eat solids with greater ease.

Breastfeeding and Feeding Support That Grows with Your Baby

Tongue and lip tie releases are one piece of the larger feeding journey. That’s why we collaborate with lactation consultants, speech therapists, and bodyworkers as needed to provide comprehensive support. Whether your baby is learning to latch, switching to a bottle, or starting solids, our goal is to make every stage of feeding smoother and more comfortable.

Your baby’s oral function impacts more than just nursing — it influences breathing, digestion, and even early speech sounds. With the right guidance and care, your baby can feed efficiently and thrive through every stage.

Ready for Answers? Book a Consultation Today

If you’re facing ongoing feeding challenges — whether at the breast, bottle, or during mealtime — don’t wait. Early intervention can make a lasting difference.

Our compassionate team will evaluate your infant, discuss your concerns, and guide you through each step with evidence-based care. This isn’t about rushing to a procedure — it’s about empowering you with clarity, comfort, and confidence.

Take the First Step Toward Relief and Resolution

Call us today or book online to schedule your consultation. We’re here to support your family with trusted, expert infant oral care that prioritizes your baby’s comfort and your peace of mind.