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Barnhart DDS

Barnhart DDS

Orofacial Myofunctional Dentist in Redding, CA | Rachel Barnhart DDS

  • Services
    • Airway-Focused Orthodontics
    • Bioclear System
    • Bridges
    • Children and Adult Lip, Cheek and Tongue Tie Release
    • Cosmetic Dentistry
    • Crowns
    • Dentures, Partials and Implant Retained Prostheses
    • Extractions with Bone Grafting
    • Fillings
    • Infant Lip, Cheek and Tongue Tie Release
    • Myofunctional Therapy
    • Oral Appliances
    • Pediatric Services
    • Periodontal Services
    • Preventive Services
    • Restoring Dental Implants
    • Sleep and Breathing Services
    • Teeth Whitening
    • TMD Services
    • Veneers
  • Patient Info
    • New Patient Forms
    • Established Patient Forms
    • Financing Options
    • Dental Resource Library
    • Infant Care Resource Library
    • Post-Operative Care
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    • About Dr. Barnhart & Team
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    • Infant Referral Form
    • Airway/TMJ Referral Form
    • Airway Orthodontics/Oral Appliance Therapy Clearance Form
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Children and Adult Lip, Cheek and Tongue Tie Release

Tongue-ties and lip ties are common oral conditions that occur at birth and can lead to problems with speaking, eating, and sleep if left untreated. Lip and tongue ties for infants, children, and adults can be easily corrected with a minimally invasive procedure at Rachel Barnhart DDS. 

What is a Tongue-Tie?

A typical lingual frenum – the thin band of tissue that connects the tongue to the floor of the mouth – is located near the bottom middle of the tongue and allows for a wide range of tongue mobility; a tongue-tie is caused by an unusually short, thick, or tight frenum that tethers the bottom of the tongue’s tip to the floor of the mouth. While this can lead to problems with breastfeeding in babies, children and adults often experience limited ability with:

  • Speaking
  • Eating
  • Sleeping
  • Drinking
  • Breathing

Symptoms of Tongue-Tie in Children and Adults

Tongue-tie in children and adults can typically be visually diagnosed, but other symptoms of tongue-tie can include:

  • Issues sticking the tongue out past the lower front teeth
  • Weak cheek and/or jaw muscles
  • Trouble lifting the tongue up to the upper teeth, or moving the tongue from side to side
  • The tongue looks notched or heart-shaped while stuck out

Children and Adult Tongue-Tie Treatment

At our Redding office, Dr. Barnhart performs tongue-tie release surgery on patients of all ages. For treatment of tongue-tie in children and adults, Dr. Barnhart will prescribe an orofacial myofunctional therapy regimen both before and after surgery. This ensures that the frenum will not reattach. Treatment plans will be customized for all patients depending on their individual needs.

What is a Lip or Cheek Tie?

Similar to tongue-tie, a lip tie can also develop at birth and affect a child’s oral range of motion. A lip tie is caused by the frenulum – or the piece of tissue behind the upper lip or cheeks – being too stiff or too thick. This keeps the upper lip and/or cheeks from moving freely. 

Although lip and cheek ties are less common than tongue ties, these ties can also potentially affect other activities that involve mouth mobility if the condition is not corrected.

Lip or Cheek Tie Treatment

As with tongue-tie treatment, lip or cheek tie can be medically diagnosed during your consultation with Dr. Barnhart if you or your child are exhibiting symptoms. After a thorough examination, Dr. Barnhart will discuss myofunctional therapy, surgery, or other treatment options with you to achieve the best outcome for you or your child’s oral health, sleep, and overall well-being.

Contact Our Office for a Consultation

At Rachel Barnhart DDS, we combine the latest techniques and technology with a soothing environment to provide our patients with the best care. Book an appointment online or call to schedule a consultation today!

About Dr. Barnhart

Why choose us?

Our team is friendly, caring & comforting.

Our team is friendly, caring & comforting.

Sure, we’re passionate about delivering great dental care, but our primary focus is making our patients feel safe, comfortable & well cared-for. Dr. Barnhart and our whole team (including our therapy dog, Fendi) welcome each patient like family.

We always seek to treat the whole patient.

We always seek to treat the whole patient.

We believe that good dentistry is about more than just filling cavities. Your oral health plays a huge role in your overall health, so we always endeavor to treat the whole patient, offering advanced treatments like myofunctional therapy to help you breathe better & look your best.

We use modern techniques to make your visit comfortable.

We use modern techniques to make your visit comfortable.

Dentistry has come a long way, and we embrace the best technologies & techniques to ensure your visit will be comfortable, no-stress & pain free. We offer oral sedation to help patients sit back and relax if they are nervous about dental care or want to get more done in a single visit.

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Request an appointment

We specialize in airway dentistry, and therefore have limited availability for new patients seeking general dentistry. If you think you are a good candidate for our airway-related treatments, please select that option from the form below. Our office will be in touch with you if we’re able to accept your appointment request.

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Our Dental Services:

  • Airway-Focused Dentistry
  • Bioclear System
  • Children and Adult Lip, Cheek and Tongue Tie Release
  • Cosmetic Dentistry
  • Crowns
  • Dental Bridges
  • Dental Veneers
  • Dentures, Partials and Implant Retained Prostheses
  • Extractions with Bone Grafting
  • Fillings
  • Infant Lip, Cheek and Tongue Tie Release
  • Myofunctional Therapy
  • Oral Appliances
  • Pediatric Services
  • Periodontal Services
  • Preventive Services
  • Restoring Dental Implants
  • Sleep and Breathing Services
  • Teeth Whitening
  • TMD Services

Office Hours:

M: 8:00-5:00
T: 8:00-5:00
W: 8:00-5:00
TH: 8:00-5:00
Closed Friday except by special appointment.

Rachel Barnhart, DDS Inc

2190 Larkspur Lane

Suite 100

Redding, CA 96002

(530) 222-1400 (office)