Diagnosis and Treatment of Ankyloglossia and Tied Maxillary Fraenum in Infants Using Er:YAG and 1064 Diode Lasers

Overview

Journal Eur Arch Paediatr Dent

Publisher Springer

Specialties Dentistry
Pediatrics

Date 2011 Apr 9

PMID 21473843

Citations 17

Authors

L Kotlow

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Abstract

Background: Newborn babies often present oral conditions of anykloglossia and tied maxillary fraena (lip-ties) associated with problems that can be related to breastfeeding. Many breastfeeding problems experienced by mothers and their babies may be attributed to abnormal attachments of the tongue and/or a maxillary lip-tie.

Review: The various types of both lip and tongue ties are reviewed. The diagnostic tools for dental practitioners are evaluated and treatment options these affected infants using either a 1064 InGaAsP semiconductor (diode) laser or a 2940 Er:YAG laser are described.

Conclusion: This approach provides treatment without the need for hospitalisation or general anaesthesia.

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