Frenectomy service in central wisconsin
Gentle Frenectomy Care in central wisconsin
Comfortable, precise procedures to improve your child’s oral health and overall wellbeing.
What is a frenectomy?
A frenectomy is a simple, minimally invasive oral procedure performed to correct a condition called tongue-tie or lip-tie. These conditions occur when the small band of tissue under the tongue (lingual frenum) or upper lip (labial frenum) restricts normal movement. At First Impressions, our expert pediatric specialists perform frenectomies using advanced laser technology, ensuring a quick, gentle experience for your child. The procedure typically takes just a few minutes, requires minimal recovery time, and often leads to immediate improvement in comfort and function. Many infants and children show immediate improvement in breastfeeding, eating, speech, and overall oral health after the procedure.
Why your child might need a frenectomy
Your child might benefit from a frenectomy if they experience:
Difficulty breastfeeding or bottle feeding
Trouble latching, clicking sounds, or prolonged feeding sessions.
Speech concerns
Difficulty pronouncing specific sounds, unclear speech, or delayed speech development.
Limited tongue movement
Difficulty moving the tongue freely, affecting eating and oral hygiene.
Dental development concerns
Risk of gaps between teeth, gum recession, or orthodontic issues caused by overly tight oral tissues.
Discomfort or frustration during feeding
Excessive fussiness or irritability due to restricted oral movements.
If you suspect your child may have tongue-tie or lip-tie, our specialists can assess and recommend the most beneficial treatment.
Why choose First Impressions for your child's frenectomy?
At First Impressions, we know that any dental procedure can feel stressful for parents and kids. That’s why we’ve created a gentle, reassuring experience with your child's comfort in mind. Here's why families trust us:
Child-friendly environment and focus on comfort
All services and follow-up managed in one location
End-to-end pediatric expertise
Why choose First Impressions for your child's frenectomy?
At First Impressions, we know that any dental procedure can feel stressful for parents and kids. That’s why we’ve created a gentle, reassuring experience with your child's comfort in mind. Here's why families trust us:
Child-friendly environment and focus on comfort
All services and follow-up managed in one location
End-to-end pediatric expertise
Attentive care every step of the way
At First Impressions, we understand that whether a dental visit is a milestone event or a routine check-up, it’s another item on your already busy schedule. We want to make it as easy as possible! From the moment you book an appointment, we take care of all the details:
Appointment reminders
Life gets busy! We’ll send you a reminder before your appointment and text or email a link to any forms you may need to fill out, making your office visit more efficient.
Pre-appointment check-ins
We’ll meet you in the waiting room and touch base about your child's current health and mood. We'll share what's planned for the day, so you and your little one know what to expect.
Post-appointment updates
After the visit, we'll let you know what services we performed, how your child handled the visit, and any recommendations. If we perform a procedure, we’ll send home care instructions.
Paperwork for school
If your visit is during school hours, we’ll give you a note for school along with a reminder of your next appointment. Just one less thing for you to worry about.
Meet Dr. Maggie Chicka
Dr. Maggie Chicka graduated from Hendrix College in Conway, Arkansas. After college graduation, she went into dentistry with a specialty in pediatrics because she loved working with kids! She graduated from Marquette School of Dentistry and completed her residency at the University of Kentucky, School of Dentistry in Lexington, KY. She received her Board Certification from the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.
Dr. Maggie is a member of the following organizations:
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry – Diplomate
- American Dental Association
- Wisconsin Dental Association
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
- Marathon County Dental Society
- American Laser Study Club
AREAS OF EXPERTISE:
Lip-tie
Tongue-tie
Meet Dr. Maggie Chicka
Dr. Maggie Chicka graduated from Hendrix College in Conway, Arkansas. After college graduation, she went into dentistry with a specialty in pediatrics because she loved working with kids! She graduated from Marquette School of Dentistry and completed her residency at the University of Kentucky, School of Dentistry in Lexington, KY. She received her Board Certification from the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.
Dr. Maggie is a member of the following organizations:
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry – Diplomate
- American Dental Association
- Wisconsin Dental Association
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
- Marathon County Dental Society
- American Laser Study Club
AREAS OF EXPERTISE:
Lip-tie
Tongue-tie
We love to make parents smile, too!
By building a relationship of mutual trust, we are able to support parents at every stage of their child’s smile journey.
"Exceptional experience. Our son needed a lip & tongue tie release which we saw Dr. Maggie for. She was thorough, knowledgeable and personal. My husband and I would highly recommend her to any family looking for pediatric dentistry care. Would give 10 stars if we could!!"
Abby C.
"Today I went because my baby wasn't taking a bottle/pacifier and going back to work I've tried everything (...). It was recommended to go and see if he had any ties that could make it challenging for him to feed that way. But Doctor Maggie walked me through everything (...). They helped me feel comfortable and confident as a first time mom (...). I definitely will be making the drive to go there throughout my son's early life for pediatric dentistry!"
Mikaila W.
"All of our appointments at First Impressions-Weston have been great! My daughter is a bit on the shy side and I really appreciated Susie and Dr. Maggie's patience with her. She definitely felt open and comfortable by the end of our appointment and also loved all the stickers she came home with."
Ashley R.
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