The Ultimate Guide to Tongue Tie
What is tongue-tie?
Tongue-tie is an oral condition.
Tongue-tie is the presence of an abundance of tissue between the lower part of the baby’s tongue and the lower part of their mouth
These muscles restrict the movement of the tongue and can make it difficult for babies to latch and breastfeed properly.
What are the Types of Tongue-tie?
Tongue-tie can be mild to severe.
The thicker the tissue, or the closer it is to the tip of the tongue, the more severe the condition
Class I — Mild ankyloglossia
Class II — Moderate ankyloglossia
Class III — Severe ankyloglossia
Class IV — Complete ankyloglossia
What are the symptoms of tongue-tie?
In infants
Poor weight gain
Latch issues
Difficulty in breastfeeding
In mothers
Reduction in supply because of less simulation
Painful breastfeeding
Nipple bleeding/ cracks
Who can identify Tongue-tie?
Pediatrician
ENT
Naturopathy & Yogic Science (BNYS)
Lactation counselor
Dentist
Speech therapist
What are the treatment options for Tongue-tie?
Frenotomy
Frenectomy
**more research is needed for the favorable surgical option**
Who can do a frenectomy?
Pedodontist (Paediatric dentist)
What to expect in frenectomy?
Pre and Post-surgery exercise
Pain
Swelling
Bleeding
Chance of infection.
Reactions to the general anesthetic
In a rare situation, the tissue may grow back
Source & References:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31353141/
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1002/lary.26306
http://www.drjustinroche.com/infant-services/reattachment.html
