Home to the Tongue-Tie Center of St. Pete, Dr. Scheps is an expert in identifying and treating tongue- and lip-ties in infants, children, and adolescents.
If you’re worried your child may have a tongue- or lip-tie, you’re in the right place. We provide clear guidance, gentle treatment, and supportive care for families at every stage of the journey.
Dr. Scheps has a passion and extensive knowledge and training in diagnosing and treating infants, children and adolescents with lip- and tongue-ties.
In addition to over 12 years of experience treating thousands of ties, he also has the experience of completing a release on his own daughter. This has given him real world experience and empathy for the intricacies of the healing process in an infant and allows him to better advise his families.
He and his team make sure that every family is fully heard, educated, and guided every step of the way.
We are proud to utilize the LightScalpel CO2 laser, which is the gold standard for performing releases
If so, your child may have a restricted lip or tongue (or both) that can be corrected!
We provide free consultations for children under 2, and very affordable consultations to children that are over 2.
Lip- and tongue-ties can have far reaching implications on the growth and development of the face, teeth and airways and contribute to poor breathing and sleeping (which can affect alertness and learning). Untreated ties can make it harder to brush and keep the teeth clean, and therefore increase a child’s risk of getting cavities.
If you think your child might have a restriction in function due to a lip- or tongue-tie, please give us a call to schedule your consultation today. The proper diagnosis and treatment could change your child’s life!
Healthy airway development plays a critical role in feeding, speech, sleep quality, and long-term facial growth. Because tongue- and lip-ties can contribute to mouth breathing, poor sleep, and functional challenges, our evaluations focus on the full picture of your child’s development rather than symptoms alone.
Through careful assessment, education, and evidence-based treatment, we work to restore proper oral function and support healthy breathing patterns from infancy through adolescence. This whole-child perspective allows families to address concerns early and promote lasting wellness.
Founded by husband-and-wife team Dr. Amy Luce and Dr. Aaron Scheps, Luce Tooth Pediatric Dentistry was built on the belief that every child deserves gentle, personalized care in a place that feels like home. From your first visit, you’ll experience a welcoming environment where families are heard, comfort comes first, and little smiles shine bright.
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As a husband-and-wife team, we care for every child like our own — with comfort, patience, and heart