The first phase of wound healing is clotting. This helps stop any bleeding, though bleeding is typically minimal due to the heat of the laser.
Tethered Oral Tissue: What to Expect with Release Wound Healing
Sep 28, 2023
By: Amanda Dyer
Within our Hogg Feeding Clinic, we join many families on their tethered oral tissue (tongue, lip, and/or cheek tie) journey. A common question we receive is, “What will the wound created by the release process look like?” Here, we are going to give a brief overview of what to expect to see after a laser release with one of our pediatric dentistry partners.
*Please note, each release and child is different, so you may see slightly different results. Always keep in touch with your therapist as the healing process progresses.
Clotting
Inflammation
The wound may swell slightly as white blood cells come to the wound site to help prevent infection. This generally peaks 2-3 days post procedure. You may see some minor redness around the site.
Granulation
This is when a “scab” will begin to form over the wound, between 1-4 days after the procedure. This scab is typically white or yellow, flexible, and similar in appearance to a canker sore. The yellow color may look worrisome, but don’t fear, that is just what a mouth wound looks like! We have never had any infections of wound sites created by our trusted dentistry partners. Collagen is laid down by the body during this phase to help the wound begin to close.
Remodeling
This is when a new, less tight frenum (where out lip attaches to our gums) begins to form. This typically begins about 1 week after release. The wound often begins to look healed on the surface, though there are many deep changes still occurring. This phase can last weeks to months, despite not being visible as the body heals. Because this phase can last a while, continuing wound care “stretches” and/or massage prescribed by your therapist is very important. In the picture above, you can see both granulation (the white tissue) with mild inflammation (redness around the wound site).
Contraction
During contraction, the edges of the wound move together. Wound care stretches help to prevent this from happening too quickly and becoming tight again.
Red Flags to Contact Your Release Provider, then therapist:
-Significant bleeding that does not stop
-Fever
-Loose pieces of tissue around release site
-Refusal to eat
If you have any questions about feeding or would like more information on TOTs, please contact us at 859-353-3666!
By: Megan Hundley M.A., CCC-SLP
By: Abby Wrightson and Taylor Adkins
By: Lauren Craig, OT
By: Jacob Roberts
By: Whitlie Rose-Stephens
School’s out for summer! Now what? Not sure what to do with your kiddos for the next two months? Both Richmond and Berea Parks and Recreation have filled their calendars with events that are both family-friendly and FUN! Here are just some of the options available to you! In Richmond 4th of July Celebration: Richmond’s annual 4th of July Celebration will be held at Lake Reba Park on Tuesday, July 4th! Here is a schedule of events for the day! Live Music: Tyler Hood at 5:00 PM Allnuts4Music at 6:00 PM Rock of Ages at 8:00 PM Paradise Cove Free Swim: 4:00PM - 7:00PM Free Adventure Falls Mini Golf: 4:00PM - 10:00PM Food Trucks, Beer & Wine Vendors, and Inflatables: Open at 5:00PM Fireworks: 10:00PM Movies in the Park: Movies in the Park will resume this month at Irvine McDowell Park! Movies begin at dark, and there will be vendors for snacks and beverages at each! June 23rd, 2023: Sweet Home Alabama July 28th, 2023: Dirty Dancing Paradise Cove Free Swim: Hang out and swim at Paradise Cove for FREE! Free swim lasts from 4:00PM to 7:00PM and is the perfect family outing! June 30th, 2023 July 21st, 2023 Check out the Richmond Parks and Recreation website HERE for more information on these events plus a calendar filled with even more family fun! In BErea Family Swim Nights: The Berea Swimming Pool has three remaining dates for family swim! Mark your calendars for a FREE night of fun! All dates are from 6:00PM to 8:00PM. June 20th July 11th July 25th Dive in Movies: There is no better way to enjoy a warm summer night than swimming AND a movie! Berea Parks and Recreation is hosting free movie events at the Berea swimming pool. Check out the dates and movie choices below! June 16th: “Super Pets” July 21st: Movie TBD Check out the Berea Parks and Recreation website HERE for more information on their summer calendar and pool! Be sure to take advantage of these awesome events to beat the heat and spend some quality time with your family and friends! We can’t wait to see you there!
By: Martina Henderson
By: Abby Gibb Do you have a picky eater at home? Make finding and eating foods fun with Rainbow Eating! Challenge your kiddo to pick out foods from your fridge or local grocery store in every color of the rainbow! This strategy helps children become engaged with food, and practices skills such as: Sensory Processing: Children get the chance to touch, see, smell, and interact with non-preferred foods in a stress-free way. Visual Scanning: Children can find foods in the fridge to match each color! Following Directions: “I spy…. A red food!” Attention to Task/Memory: Challenge your child to find 3 foods in each color! Color Identification: For younger children, this is a great functional way to learn how to identify basic colors in a fun and creative way. Color Ideas
Berea Location
Berea, KY 40403
Tel:
(859) 353-3666
Fax: (859) 448-7077
Richmond Location
Richmond KY 40475
Tel:
(859) 353-3666
Fax: (859) 448-7077
Website Designed by Creekmore Marketing