Tongue-Tie Treatment (Frenotomy)

The procedure is exceptionally quick and causes minimal discomfort. For infants, the laser process takes less than a minute, and they can be comforted and fed immediately after. For adults, we apply a local anaesthetic to ensure you feel nothing during the treatment.

In many infant cases, improvements in breastfeeding latch and structural comfort happen instantly in our clinic. For adults, a release provides immediate physical freedom of movement, though speech improvements or jaw relaxation may take a little time and practice as your muscles adapt.

No, you do not need a referral from a GP or health visitor. You can book a direct assessment with our clinical team at Time Dental by calling our Farnham practice directly or using our online booking system.

The cost of your treatment depends on the age of the patient and the complexity of the tongue-tie. During your initial assessment in Farnham, we will thoroughly examine the restriction, explain the recommended approach, and provide a clear, transparent cost breakdown before any treatment begins.

The tissue itself does not “grow back,” but as the small diamond-shaped wound heals, the raw edges can sometimes stick together if they touch too frequently. This is called reattachment. To prevent this, we provide simple, gentle oral stretches and exercises for you to do at home for a couple of weeks post-procedure to ensure optimal, long-term mobility.

While some people adapt to a mild tongue-tie, leaving a moderate to severe restriction untreated can lead to long-term compensations. In babies, it can result in early cessation of breastfeeding or poor weight gain. In adults, it can contribute to persistent speech challenges, orthodontic issues (like crowded teeth or narrow arches), chronic neck or jaw tension (TMJ issues), and mouth breathing.