1. Lactation Consultant Follow Up Care

Post-treatment visits with a lactation consultant are recommended within 48 hrs of your baby's surgery to ensure baby and mom are re-learning how to latch appropriately. Positioning issues and weight checks before and after a feed are just a few services an IBCLC can provide along with emotional support to help sustain that important relationship between mother and baby.

2. Stretches / Exercises

Post-surgery stretches are crucial to good wound healing and maximizing the mobility of the oral tissues. Dr. Patel recommends stretching 3-4 times a day for 3 weeks at diaper changes to prevent poor wound healing thus leading to a less than ideal outcome.

3. Follow Up

Dr. Patel stays in touch with parents via text and is happy to do post-operative visits at no charge if there are questions regarding healing, etc.

4. Discomfort and Pain Relief

Many parents are concerned about discomfort during and after the procedure. The procedure is very quick and the tool we use (LightScalpel CO2 laser) ensures a precise, minimal wavelength/heat production leading to great post-operative outcomes. Baby safe numbing agents and other precautions are taken by our team to ensure the least amount of discomfort possible. Dr. Patel will review more information at the consultation visit so please be sure to write down any questions you may have in preparation!