Tongue ties, also known as ankyloglossia, are a common condition that can affect children’s speech, feeding, and oral health. A tongue tie is a band of tissue that connects the tongue to the bottom of the mouth, and can be restrictive if it is too short or tight. Tongue ties can cause problems with breastfeeding, speaking, and swallowing, and can lead to issues like dental cavities and gum disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you think your child may have a tongue tie, it’s important to speak with a pediatric dentist or a speech therapist. They will be able to assess your child’s tongue tie and recommend the best course of treatment. Here’s what you need to know about treating tongue ties in children:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Dr. Z is a certified expert in frenulum treatment and inspection by the Academy of Orofacial Myofunctional therapists – in other words, she REALLY knows what she’s doing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n