For infants and toddlers, we recommend using Peroxyl for the first 4 days after each feeding to aid in the healing process. Peroxyl is a disinfectant oral cleanser that can be applied to the surgical area with a cotton swab. For older children, warm salt water rinses can be used to help expedite healing.
Stretches should be completed until the 2-week follow up appointment. Completing stretches is crucial to prevent reattachment. The best time to perform stretches is right before each feeding. For optimal results, stretches should be performed 4 to 6 times a day for several seconds each time. Minor bleeding may happen the first few days and is no cause for concern.
Stretches should be completed until the 2 week follow up appointment to prevent reattachment. The best time to perform stretches is right before each feeding and for optimal results, should be performed 4 to 6 times a day for several seconds each time. Minor bleeding may occur the first few days and is not cause for concern.
Push inward and lift tongue up in order to stretch the fold of the diamond (you may use a cotton tipped swab as an option). Stretch the opening and massage the wound. Improper stretching can cause the wound to reattach.
Push inward and lift tongue up to stretch the fold of the diamond-shaped wound. You may also use cotton tip swabs to do this.
Stretch the opening and massage the wound.
Improper stretching can cause the tissue to reattach. Please assure fingers are in the accurate areas when completing stretches.
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