SunRidge Oral Surgery, based in Yakima, WA, is a premier provider of frenectomy procedures, offering expert care to patients experiencing complications from lip and tongue ties. Under the guidance of Dr. Darrell Tew, our clinic is committed to providing effective treatments with an emphasis on comfort and patient well-being.
Why Choose SunRidge Oral Surgery for Your Frenectomy?
- Specialized Expertise: Dr. Tew possesses extensive experience in performing frenectomies, ensuring precise and minimal discomfort procedures.
- Advanced Care Techniques: We utilize the latest surgical technology to perform frenectomies that result in quick recovery and minimal post-operative complications.
- Community-Centric Practice: Known throughout Yakima and the surrounding communities of Selah, Sunnyside, and Union Gap for our high-quality care and patient satisfaction.
What is a Frenectomy?
A frenectomy is a surgical procedure to remove or modify the frenulum, a small fold of tissue that prevents an organ in the body from moving too far. It can be performed on the lip (labial frenectomy) or under the tongue (lingual frenectomy), and is often recommended when the frenulum is too tight or abnormally positioned, which can cause difficulties in breastfeeding, speech, eating, or dental spacing.
Benefits of Frenectomy at SunRidge Oral Surgery
- Improves Oral Functions: Helps in improving speech and eating abilities, and in children, can aid significantly in breastfeeding.
- Enhances Oral Hygiene: Reduces issues related to gaps between teeth and gum recession, making dental care easier.
- Quick and Effective: Frenectomies are generally quick procedures with a relatively short recovery time, offering long-term benefits.
Our Frenectomy Process
- Comprehensive Evaluation: Dr. Tew will conduct a thorough assessment of the frenulum’s form and function and discuss the potential benefits of the procedure.
- Procedure Details: The frenectomy is performed under local anesthesia, with options for sedation if necessary. The technique is quick, typically requiring only a few minutes, with stitches that dissolve on their own.
- Follow-Up Care: We provide detailed aftercare instructions to ensure healing is swift and comfortable, and schedule follow-up visits to monitor recovery.
Why Patients Trust Dr. Tew for Frenectomy
Dr. Tew's detailed approach to patient care, his commitment to using minimally invasive techniques, and his focus on patient education are just a few reasons why patients trust him for their frenectomy needs. His expertise helps patients achieve excellent outcomes with the least amount of stress.
“You will be glad you went. The staff at SunRidge Oral Surgery are dedicated, talented, they thrive in excellence and are professional.Dr. Tew, the most thorough and thoughtful dr. I'm very pleased with the surgery. Thank you Dr. Tew. Your bedside manner is very pleasant. As I'm very scared usually before going to the dr. However, you made my experience extremely pleasant. Thanks again.” - Sara B.