09/28/2026
Infant Frenectomy: When Millimeters Matter 👶🏼👅
Not every tongue-tie release is the same.
This little one presented with a significant tongue restriction and an extremely limited surgical field, with very little space between the tissue being released and important nearby anatomy—including the sublingual caruncles, where the salivary ducts open.
Cases like this highlight why experience, precision, and technology matter.
When working in an area this small, millimeters matter. Careful identification and protection of the surrounding anatomy are critical, as injury to nearby structures can have significant consequences.
At Tooth & Co., Dr. Chase uses the CO₂ LightScalpel laser, which allows him to work with precision and control within these very small treatment areas.
Dr. Chase has performed more than 1,000 releases, giving him extensive experience evaluating and treating oral restrictions—from straightforward cases to more complex presentations like this one.
✨ What we prioritize with every release:
Careful evaluation of anatomy and function
Precision in a very small surgical field
Protection of important surrounding structures
Advanced CO₂ laser technology
Dr. Chase’s experience with 1,000+ releases
Post-operative guidance and follow-up
Our goal isn't simply to "cut a tie." It's to perform an appropriate, precise release while respecting and protecting the surrounding anatomy.
The before-and-after photos show the immediate anatomical change following the release and demonstrate just how limited the working space was in this case. Functional outcomes and healing occur over time and vary from patient to patient.
When the working space is measured in millimeters, experience and precision matter.
Experience. Precision. Technology. Thoughtful care.
That’s what we want every family to receive at Tooth & Co.
