An upper lip-tie is where a piece of skin under the baby’s upper lip (the labial frenulum) is very short or thick and is pinned too tightly to the upper gum. This can restrict movement of the upper lip limiting it from being able to flange or ‘pull out’. This might make it more difficult for babies to maintain a good seal at the breast.
In older children and adolescents, an upper lip-tie can be associated with a gap between the front teeth. Generally this is only a cosmetic issue.
A good seal is important if he is to breastfeed well. If a baby has an upper lip-tie, it may be harder for him to maintain a good seal at that breast. This may cause him to slip off the breast more easily, as he gets tired.
About video: Video explaining how upper lip tie release is performed. It can be done without sedation in the clinic to help address breastfeeding problems. Although clamp and scissors are used in this video, alternatively, a laser can also be used. Keep in mind, video is for release and NOT frenulectomy.
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