Tongue and Lip Tie Treatment for Children in London

Identifying your child's oral health needs

Noticing that your child struggles to feed, to make certain sounds, or to keep their teeth clean is stressful, and a tie is not always obvious. We examine how the tongue and lip move and how the tie affects function, as part of the paediatric dentistry in London we provide.

The same visit covers the rest of your child's mouth: fluoride treatments, dental hygiene for children and teens, and protective paediatric crowns where a baby tooth is badly broken down.

Deciding whether a release is needed

Not every tie needs treating. We diagnose first, so a release is only recommended where the tie is actually causing a problem for your child.

Our dentists assess each case individually and often pick up other needs at the same time, such as fissure sealants to protect teeth or early orthodontic treatment to guide jaw growth. The consultation gives you an itemised breakdown of costs.

Who can benefit from this procedure

Many parents feel guilty or worried when they first notice a tie; it is common, and it is nobody's fault. We assess whether your child needs a release and, if so, plan the visit using our care for anxious children so it stays calm for both of you. If your child needs other work, such as children's fillings, we can coordinate it during their visit to Primrose Hill.

Your path to tie release

The tie assessment

We examine your child to confirm whether a tongue or lip tie is present and whether it is restricting function, then discuss the timeline. We also note any other needs, such as special needs dentistry or silver diamine fluoride for early decay.

The release procedure

We free the restricted tissue with a diode laser. The procedure itself is brief; the exact time is confirmed at your assessment.

Post-release care

We give you clear instructions for looking after the area and the stretches that help it heal in the right position. We also explain the possible complications openly so you know what to watch for.

Clinical precision for tongue and lip ties

We use a diode laser for tongue-tie division because it is precise and the area tends to heal quickly with little discomfort.

Our clinical team is led by Dr Ope Sodeinde, a GDC-registered specialist periodontist (GDC No. 104071), with children's care provided by our dentists.

Patient outcomes and professional care

We give honest options without pressure and take the visit at your child's pace. The same applies across our children's care, including space maintainers for children who lose teeth early.

Common concerns about tie release

How much does tongue and lip tie treatment cost?

We confirm the cost at the initial consultation, once we have assessed your child and know what is needed.

How long does it take?

The release itself is short. We confirm the appointment length at the consultation.

Is the treatment painful?

We discuss anaesthetic options at the visit and choose what suits your child's age. Keeping distress low is part of the plan, not an afterthought.

How long do the results last?

Once the tissue has healed in its new position, the release is permanent. Aftercare stretches reduce the chance of it reattaching, and we discuss this at the assessment. For urgent injuries, we also provide children's dental trauma care.

Assess your child's oral function

Our dentists decide whether a release is needed at a physical examination, looking at how the tissue affects feeding or speech. Read what happens at your child's dental consultation and how to book to start.

020 7589 7792

Further paediatric dental support

Alongside tie release, our children's care at Primrose Hill includes fissure sealants and children's fillings.

• Silver diamine fluoride.
• Children's dental trauma.
• Space maintainers.
• Early orthodontic treatment.

After the assessment you receive a written plan and itemised quote that is yours to keep. Arrange your assessment with the clinical team to find out whether a release is right for your child.

020 7589 7792