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What is a Frenectomy?
A frenectomy is a procedure that releases the frenulum tissue using using many different methods. The most common areas released are the upper lip and tongue (more commonly known as a lip or tongue tie). This procedure helps to relieve symptoms in areas such as nursing, feeding, speech, sleep, and/or orthodontics.
Potential Signs & Symptoms
Nursing
Poor latch, clicking noises while feeding, always seem hungry, reflux, poor weight gain, longer feeds, discomfort while latching, milk leaking out of mouth when nursing.
Feeding
Feeding Difficulty transitioning to solid foods, packing food in cheeks, picky with textures, overall frustration with eating.
Speech
Speech Speech delay, difficult to understand, trouble with sounds.
Sleep
Sleep Snoring, sleep apnea, restless sleep, bed wetting, waking up tired and not refreshed.
Other Related Issues
Other Related Issues Difficulty cleansing teeth throughout the day, strong gag, mouth breathing, and gastrointestinal issues.
Why Choose Valley Advanced Tongue Tie Center?
At Valley Advanced Tongue Tie Center, patients benefit from an interconnected dental healthcare system that supports best practices in treatment. With in-house access to advanced laser technology and collaboration with orofacial myofunctional therapy (OMT) specialists, our team provides comprehensive, coordinated care. This integration ensures precise procedures, personalized therapy, and improved outcomes for infants, children, and adults.
About Dr. Irada
Dr. Irada is a Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist and a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Microbiology and Cell Science from the University of Florida and her Doctorate of Dental Medicine from the University of Pennsylvania, where she was a four-year Dean’s Scholar with dual honors in clinical dentistry and community oral health. She later completed her pediatric residency at the University of Florida’s NCEF Pediatric Dental Center in Naples.
Inspired by her own childhood dental experiences, Dr. Irada brings empathy, warmth, and a sense of fun to every patient visit. She emphasizes prevention and minimally invasive care, aiming to make dental visits positive and educational for kids and parents alike.
In addition to private practice, Dr. Irada supports children at the Lancaster Cleft Palate Clinic and mentors future pediatric dentists at the University of Pennsylvania. When she’s not in the clinic, she enjoys hiking, yoga, and recharging at home in Lancaster with her partner Ryan and their cat, Moxy.
She is an active member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, American Dental Association, and several Pennsylvania-based dental organizations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Pre-Op Instructions for Tongue- and Lip-Tie Release
Preparing for a frenectomy—whether for an infant, child, teen, or adult—can help ensure a smoother experience and better results. Below are guidelines to help you get ready for your upcoming
Understanding Frenectomies: What They Are and Who Can Benefit
Frenectomies may not be a term you hear every day, but for many people, they are the key to a healthier mouth, improved speech, and a better quality of life.
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