Better feeding and speech Frenectomy

Frenectomy in Encino

A tight frenum can make it hard for a child to eat, speak or nurse — and left untreated, it may affect tooth alignment and oral development. A frenectomy at Farzad Dental is a simple, precise laser procedure that releases the restriction gently, right here on Ventura Blvd in Encino.

The frenum is the small fold of tissue that connects the tongue to the floor of the mouth or the upper lip to the gums. When it's too tight or too short — commonly called a tongue-tie or lip-tie — it can limit normal movement. At 16661 Ventura Blvd, Suite 815 in Encino (91436), Dr. Philip Farzad performs a frenectomy to release that tissue, restoring the free movement a child needs to feed, speak and develop comfortably.

A restrictive frenum shows up in different ways at different ages. In infants it can make nursing or bottle-feeding difficult and frustrating for baby and parent alike, sometimes leading to poor weight gain or long, painful feedings. As children grow, it may cause trouble chewing or slow eating, speech challenges from restricted tongue movement, or noticeable gaps between the front teeth when a lip is too tightly attached. Because these restrictions can quietly affect tooth alignment and oral development over time, addressing them early often makes a real difference — and it can spare a child years of unnecessary struggle.

The procedure itself is quick and gentle. It begins with a comprehensive exam, where Dr. Farzad examines the mouth, assesses the degree of frenum restriction and discusses your options in plain language. Treatment then uses an advanced dental laser for a fast, precise release — often without the need for sedation or traditional stitches. The laser approach means minimal discomfort and downtime, and most children are able to resume normal activities the very same day. It's a far cry from what many parents picture when they hear the word procedure, and our team keeps little ones calm the whole way through.

Afterward, you'll receive simple post-treatment guidance, including gentle exercises that help retrain tongue movement so the new range of motion becomes natural over the following weeks. While a frenectomy is most often performed for infants and children, it can also benefit adults dealing with a restrictive frenum that affects speech or comfort. Farzad Dental welcomes families from Encino, Sherman Oaks, Tarzana and across the San Fernando Valley from our office at 16661 Ventura Blvd, Suite 815, and our Palmdale office offers the same caring, kid-friendly approach to the Antelope Valley.