Frenectomy Post Operative Instrctions

Some infants and children appear to experience some discomfort for the first 1-2 days after the procedure. Normal healing under the tongue or lip will appear as a white fibrin covering. Infection may appear as swelling and/or dark red coloring around edges of the site. You may use Infant’s Tylenol, Ibuprofen (if 6 months of age or older), Arnica, Rescue Remedy, Camilia drops or other measures to help with pain control.

ACTIVE WOUND CARE

STRETCHING EXERCISES AFTER LIP AND TONGUE TIE RELEASE HELP TO REDUCE THE RISK OF REATTACHMENT AND THE NEED FOR FURTHER PROCEDURES.

Before starting the stretching exercises, make sure that your hands are clean. Wash hand with soap and water. (Do not use any alcohol based hand cleaners).

To stretch the lip, pull the lip out and up towards the nose 1-2 times and sweep finger from side to side for 1-2 seconds 3-4 times a day, morning, noon and night for up to 4-5 weeks. The main goal is to insert your finger between the lip and gums so they do not stick together.

For the tongue, lay the child down somewhere it will be easy for you to stand or sit behind the child. Place one finger on either side of incision, pull it straight backwards until you feel a mild stretch and hold for approximately 1-2 seconds. Make sure fingers are deep enough (pushing past the diamond) before lifting up. The main goal is to unfold the diamond so that it is almost flat (this is the first place that will reattach). Minimal bleeding is normal first few days of stretches if done correctly. Stretches should be done 4 times a day, morning, noon, and night for up to 4-5 weeks.

For older children, avoid citrus based foods (ketchup, orange juice, etc) as this may sting the area.

IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS PLEASE CALL THE OFFICE 720-251-4444 OR AFTER HOURS CALL THE EMERGENCY LINE AT 720-466-3002.

FLOURISH TONGUE TIE CENTER, DR. NAMRATA HARDY, DMD

HERE ARE A COUPLE WEBSITES TO HELP WITH ACTIVE WOUND CARE

www.teamtonguetie.com
Dr. Kotlow https://youtu.be/xk-hXwCk6Gc
Dr. Ghaheri – www.drghaheri.com