Katherine Koncelik asked: "Why is laser preferred for PTT ? Is it to make it more difficult for the tissue to heal (making harder for the posterior tie to grow back )" Kathy there is a lot a useful information about the treatment of tongue ties in this article: http://kiddsteeth.com/articles/drkotlowarticlemay2011.pdf In particular it notes that lasers are bacteriocidal, usually bloodless; do not require placement of sutures, are fast and safe for infants, and eliminates need for anesthesia. Norma Ritter, IBCLC, RLC Breastfeeding Matters in the Capital Region www.NormaRitter.com Join us on Facebook for the latest birthing and breastfeeding news and views: http://tinyurl.com/BMCRonFB *********************************************** Archives: http://community.lsoft.com/archives/LACTNET.html To reach list owners: [log in to unmask] Mail all list management commands to: [log in to unmask] COMMANDS: 1. To temporarily stop your subscription write in the body of an email: set lactnet nomail 2. To start it again: set lactnet mail 3. To unsubscribe: unsubscribe lactnet 4. To get a comprehensive list of rules and directions: get lactnet welcome