Tongue tie, also known as ankyloglossia, is a condition that can affect infants and children, causing difficulties in various areas of development. To learn more about pediatric tongue tie, its symptoms, causes, and the diagnostic process, reach out to your dentist today. What is a Tongue Tie? Tongue tie, also known as ankyloglossia, is a…
A frenectomy is a very simple, minor procedure that is done to remedy tongue-tie in patients. An infant’s quality of life can greatly improve by undergoing this treatment. The frenulum, which is a thin fold of tissues, connects the upper lip and the jaw; it also links the tongue to the lower jaw. Extreme frenulum…
When a child is born with tongue-tie, also known as tethered oral tissue (TOT), the disease may or may not resolve. If it doesn’t, tongue tie surgery is required to avoid complications that can affect you from head to toe. If a prior doctor or dentist informed you that your child has a tongue-tie, you…
For parents and medical experts, tongue tie—a condition in which the lingual frenulum in the mouth is excessively short or tight—has been a source of debate and uncertainty. One of the frequent misunderstandings about tongue ties is whether it should be regarded as a congenital disability. What is a Tongue Tie? Ankyloglossia, or pediatric tongue…
Tongue tie, a condition that affects infants and young children, is brought on when the frenulum, a little piece of tissue that connects the tongue to the floor of the mouth, is too short or tight. Eating, speaking, and even oral health problems could emerge from this. These issues can be resolved with a simple…
When a baby is born with their tongue attached to the bottom of their mouth, the condition is called ankyloglossia, also known as tongue tie. This may be normal as babies develop in the womb, but by the time a baby is born, the tongue should only be joined by a tiny flap of tissue…
Does your infant struggle to attach and breastfeed? It might be due to a lip- or tongue tie. If your baby has this condition, our pediatric dentists can diagnose it and decide whether or not treatment is required. Getting lip and tongue tie for infants allows them to resume breastfeeding successfully and comfortably. But before,…
Problems with sleep can be aggravating and negatively affect our general well-being. While there are many potential reasons why sleep problems arise, tongue knot is one that is frequently disregarded. Also known as ankyloglossia, this disorder impairs the tongue’s ability to move and speak. In this blog post, we will explore the connection between tongue…
There are many myths about tongue-tie, which can cause more health issues. Individuals with a tongue-tie are more likely to deal with oral problems such as gingivitis and tooth decay. Tongue-ties make brushing teeth, clearing bacteria, and swallowing more difficult. We at Tampa Tongue-Tie Center are here to help treat your tongue-tie near you. Myths…
The terms tongue tip and lip tie may not be familiar to a majority of people. These are oral issues that impact infants and children specifically. If they are left unaddressed, further health problems can arise in the future. So, it’s important to have it treated when you can. For more information about tongue tie…