At a Glance
At Integrity Dental we offer Tongue Tie Release and Lip Tie Release treatments to regain oral mobility and function through The Tongue Tie Clinic — located within our practice.
Tongue tie and lip tie are common conditions present from birth and can cause a variety of difficulties ranging from feeding challenges through to speech development and tooth positioning. Early diagnosis is usually straightforward and is often identified immediately after birth.
It is not uncommon for a baby with tongue tie to also have lip tie — fortunately, both conditions can be treated in the same appointment at The Tongue Tie Clinic.
Visit The Tongue Tie ClinicUntreated Tongue Tie
Untreated tongue tie can affect the appearance and structure of the face, tongue and teeth — causing pain, discomfort and difficulty with the functionality of the entire facial region. It is important to note that tongue tie does not improve on its own over time.
A key motivation for treating tongue tie in infants is the well-documented relationship between tongue tie and difficult or painful breastfeeding for both mother and baby.
Children with Tongue Tie Can Suffer From:
- Difficulty Breastfeeding
- Excessive Dribbling
- Gagging
- Speech Difficulty
- Dental Hygiene Problems
- Eating Difficulties
If left untreated into adulthood, the condition can progress to jaw discomfort, protrusion, pain and displacement — and can negatively impact self-confidence, speech, voice projection and normal social behaviour.
Untreated Lip Tie
Untreated tongue tie can affect the appearance and structure of the face, tongue and teeth — causing pain, discomfort and difficulty with the functionality of the entire facial region. It is important to note that tongue tie does not improve on its own over time.
A key motivation for treating tongue tie in infants is the well-documented relationship between tongue tie and difficult or painful breastfeeding for both mother and baby.
Children with Tongue Tie Can Suffer From:
- Difficulty Breastfeeding
- Gap between the upper or lower front teeth (depending on which lip is affected)
Tongue tie and lip tie can cause significant pain and discomfort for both child and adult. At Integrity Dental and The Tongue Tie Clinic, we pride ourselves on providing those affected with the utmost care and compassion to alleviate these conditions swiftly and professionally.
Untreated Tongue Tie
There are a few treatment options available for tongue tie and lip tie, but at The Tongue Tie Clinic we are strong advocates for laser treatment — which is suitable for newborns, older children and adults.
Our team offers a topical or local anaesthetic depending on the patient's age and preference.
The laser procedure is:
Very Quick
The procedure itself takes only a few minutes to complete.
Low Risk
Minimal risk of bleeding, pain or infection.
Faster Healing
Laser energy promotes faster recovery than conventional methods.
