The lingual frenum connects the tongue to the floor of the mouth. Sometimes, the lingual frenum can run all the way to the tip of the tongue, causing a person to be “tongue-tied.” Tongue-tie (Ankyloglossia) is a congenital oral developmental anomaly of the tongue characterized by a short, thick lingual frenum resulting in limitation of tongue movement. The tongue becomes tied down and cannot move as freely as it should.
A short lingual frenum can sometimes obstruct normal function. Tongue-tie can affect a baby's oral development, causing problems that interfere with eating, speaking or reaching the back teeth. An early diagnose in a friendly kid’s dentist office is necessary to avoid trouble with breast-feeding and speech problems.
Signs and symptoms of tongue-tie include: Difficulty lifting the tongue to the roof of the mouth or moving the tongue from side to side. Trouble sticking out the tongue past the lower front teeth. A tongue that appears flat, square or heart shaped instead of pointy when extended. The tongue can't poke out past the lips.
In some cases, a simple surgical procedure should be considered for correction. A frenectomy is simply the removal of a frenulum, a small fold of tissue that prevents an organ in the body from moving too far. Frenectomy is performed under the tongue, it is also called lingual frenectomy. It is a very common dental procedure that is performed on infants, children, and adults. A lingual frenectomy should be considered if a child is having trouble eating, swallowing, or speaking.
A Pediatric Dentist near me can help you to get a better evaluation your kid will need. Schedule your kid dental appointment as soon as see any sign or symptom of tongue-tie.
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