Soft-tissue laser frenectomy for Folsom infants
For Folsom families navigating tongue-tie or lip-tie diagnosis, soft-tissue laser frenectomy with coordinated lactation consultant follow-up. Seven miles down Highway 50.
What laser frenectomy looks like at our practice
For full clinical detail, see our main frenectomy page.
Coordinating with the providers your family already works with
Folsom has a robust network of lactation consultants including practitioners at Mercy Hospital of Folsom and several private IBCLC practices serving the Folsom and El Dorado Hills area. The Mercy Hospital of Folsom NICU and maternity programs identify tongue-tie and lip-tie concerns regularly and refer accordingly.
The typical referral pattern matches the regional standard: Folsom mother experiences breastfeeding difficulty, lactation consultant evaluates, tongue-tie or lip-tie identified, family referred to us, procedure performed, family returns to lactation consultant for feeding follow-up.
A short Highway 50 drive matters
Seven miles, eight to twelve minutes via Highway 50 west to Sunrise Boulevard south. The straight Highway 50 route is predictable and matters when traveling with a newborn. We schedule appointments to align with feeding schedules when possible.
The visit takes thirty to forty-five minutes. Most Folsom families nurse before arrival, complete the procedure, and nurse again before leaving the office. See our Folsom location page for more on serving Folsom families.
Typical case profile
Folsom's high family density and active maternity care infrastructure generates a meaningful volume of frenectomy referrals. Most cases are infants in the first three weeks of life. We occasionally see older infants and toddlers whose ties were missed earlier or whose feeding-related issues evolved over time.
Folsom frenectomy questions
My lactation consultant referred us. How fast can my newborn be seen?
Often the same week. Call (916) 638-8778.
How long is the drive from Folsom for a newborn appointment?
Seven miles, eight to twelve minutes via Highway 50 west.
Do you coordinate with the lactation consultants in Folsom?
Yes. We work with the Folsom-area network on referrals and post-procedure follow-up.
Will the procedure hurt my baby?
Topical anesthetic is applied. The laser release takes seconds. Most infants are mildly fussy for one to three days afterward.
My older toddler still has a noticeable lip-tie causing a gap between front teeth. Can you help?
Yes. We can release the lip-tie. The gap may close with time and natural eruption, or it may need orthodontic coordination depending on age and underlying patterns.
Concerned about a tongue-tie or lip-tie?
Call (916) 638-8778 for a consultation. We coordinate with Folsom-area lactation consultants.