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SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO
Expert Tongue & Lip
Tie Solutions
For better feeding, speech, and comfort - helping infants, children, and adults thrive.
Scheduling is handled through Chompers Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics — we're proud to be part of the same trusted care team.
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Compassionate Care for Tongue, Lip & Cheek Ties
At Peninsula Tongue Tie, we’re here to support families through the challenges caused by tongue, lip, and buccal ties. Whether your baby is struggling with breastfeeding, your child has speech delays, or you're an adult experiencing oral discomfort, our team offers expert, compassionate care tailored to every stage of life.
We use the latest in CO₂ laser technology, considered the gold standard for tongue tie treatment. This allows us to perform precise, gentle frenectomies with minimal discomfort and faster healing — helping your child feed better, speak more clearly, and thrive.
Our experienced doctors — Dr. Kenny Tse, Dr. Laura Lim, and Dr. Liza Heron — bring decades of combined pediatric and laser expertise. Every treatment plan is personalized, evidence-based, and designed to improve long-term oral function, development, and overall well-being.
Specialized Care for Infants, Children & Adults
Hi, I'm Dr. Laura!
Dr. Laura Lim
As Co-chair of Peninsula Tongue Tie, I’m passionate about providing gentle, patient-centered care for all ages. I believe in clear communication and personalized treatment that helps patients thrive — from infancy through adulthood.
With advanced training in oral restrictions and laser treatment, I’m proud to support families on their journey toward better oral function and lifelong wellness.
One tiny string can cause all sorts of havoc.
Feeding Difficulties
Infants may struggle with breastfeeding or bottle-feeding, leading to poor latch, gas, reflux, and fussiness.
Speech and Swallowing
Restricted tongue and lip movement can affect speech clarity, pronunciation, and swallowing.
Sleep Disruptions
Restricted tongue movement can lead to mouth breathing, snoring, and an increased risk of sleep-disordered breathing, affecting overall sleep quality and development.
Tongue Ties
A tongue-tie (ankyloglossia) occurs when the lingual frenum, the band of tissue under the tongue, is too tight or short, restricting movement. This condition can affect people of all ages, impacting breastfeeding, speech, swallowing, dental hygiene, and overall oral health. Early diagnosis and treatment can improve tongue function and quality of life.
Lip Ties
A lip-tie occurs when the labial frenum, the tissue connecting the upper lip to the gums, is too tight, restricting movement. This can make breastfeeding difficult for infants, leading to issues like gas and fussiness. Left untreated, lip-ties may contribute to early childhood cavities, speech difficulties, and orthodontic concerns. Treatment can help improve feeding, speech, and overall oral health.
Buccal Ties
A buccal-tie (cheek tie) occurs when the tissue connecting the inner cheek to the gums is too tight, restricting movement. Though less common than tongue and lip ties, buccal ties can contribute to feeding, swallowing, and speech difficulties. Addressing them can help improve oral function and overall well-being.
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