Presentation Information

From Questions to Confidence: Supporting Parents' Understanding of Frenectomy

• Speaker: Raymond Tseng , DDS, PhD
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• Duration: 60 Mins
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Abstract:

Infant frenectomy is increasingly discussed in the context of breastfeeding difficulties and oral functional concerns, yet parents are often exposed to inconsistent information, variable clinical recommendations, and polarized perspectives. This presentation is designed to assist professionals in supporting parental understanding of the clinical rationale, assessment process, and perioperative considerations surrounding frenectomy in infants.
This presentation will review the diagnostic process, including functional assessment, clinical indicators, and the role of multidisciplinary collaboration among healthcare providers. The presentation will outline current approaches to infant frenectomy, describing procedural techniques while incorporating a review of the literature to highlight best practices. Postoperative management will be addressed, with discussion of wound care, feeding support, and the rationale for adjunctive therapies when indicated. Throughout the session, common misconceptions and areas of controversy within the literature will be acknowledged, highlighting the importance of individualized assessment and evidence-based counseling. By translating clinical and research findings into accessible, parent-focused education, this presentation aims to promote informed consent, reduce decisional conflict, and enhance parental confidence when considering frenectomy as part of comprehensive infant care.