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I had surgery today for my tongue tie and bitch I now remember what it's like to wear braces

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Does My Child Have Tongue Tie Issues?

When we say, “tongue tied,” most of us think of a situation when we are too excited to express ourselves verbally. Although not a medical illness, tongue tie is the name for a common condition that limits the development of the tongue.

Before we are born, a strong cord of tissue called the frenulum is positioned in the center of the mouth and guides the development of the oral cavity. As we grow and develop, it thins out and fades to a small thin piece of tissue that attaches the bottom of the tongue to. In some children, the frenulum is especially tight or fails to recede and may cause problems with tongue movement.

In infants, tongue tie can present with trouble sucking or poor weight gain. In breastfed infants, it can cause trouble with latching, or the mother may experience pain when the baby is nursing. Some mothers give up nursing because of tongue tie that is not recognized. In toddlers and older children, tongue tie can be a cause of trouble with speech articulation, especially consonant sounds. Signs that your child may have difficulty due to tongue tie include a V-shaped notch at the tip of the tongue, inability to stick the tongue out past the gums, or simply difficulty licking an ice cream cone or lollipop.

Frenuloplasty

A shortened frenulum restricts the range of motion of the tongue, therefore a frenulectomy may be recommended. A frenulectomy is a surgical procedure performed to clip the frenulum and release the tongue. In infants a frenulectomy can be performed as a simple office procedure with topical local anesthesia. Older infants and young children often require anesthetic gas for the procedure, but older cooperative children can also have the procedure safely with only local topical anesthesia. Although it is considered a safe and simple procedure, risks of a frenulectomy may include infection, scarring and excessive bleeding.

This procedure results in increased tongue mobility and problems with eating and speech are greatly improved. After surgery, most patients experience effective symptom relief and restored full movement to the tongue. In some cases, tongue exercises may be recommended to improve the movement of the tongue after a frenulectomy.

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👅 Did You Know? A condition called Tongue Tie (Ankyloglossia) is present at birth, where the tissue connecting the tongue to the floor of the mouth is shorter, thicker, or tighter than normal.

⚠️ This can lead to: ✔️ Jaw Growth Problems ✔️ Malocclusions ✔️ Chewing & Swallowing Issues ✔️ Incorrect Tongue Posture ✔️ Disturbed Sleep

Early diagnosis and treatment can prevent long-term complications. Don’t ignore the signs—your oral health matters!

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“Ankyloglossia” commonly referred to as a tongue tie is a string of tissue. This tissue is called the frenulum. It connects from the underside of the tongue to the floor of the mouth. You can see it if you look under your tongue in a mirror. This tissue can restrict tongue movements essential for breastfeeding, sucking, swallowing, eating, drinking, chewing, breathing, speech, jaw growth, posture and digestion.

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The Most Common Signs of Restricted Tongue in Adults

Restricted tongue, also known as ankyloglossia, is a condition where the tongue's movement becomes limited due to a short or thick frenulum.

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Tongue-Tie: What It Is and How It's Treated | Dr. Bhavesh Doshi | Pediatric Surgeon in Mumbai

In this informative video, Dr. Bhavesh Doshi, a renowned Pediatric Surgeon in Mumbai, sheds light on tongue tie, a common condition that affects children.

He explains how tongue tie can lead to delayed speech or slurring of speech due to the inability to protrude the tongue beyond a particular part of the mouth, and how this condition can be corrected through a simple surgical procedure using a Bipolar Cautery device.

Dr. Doshi emphasizes that the surgery should be performed at around 8 to 10 months of age when the child is learning to speak, and that older children may require speech therapy for complete correction of their speech.

With over a decade of experience in the field, Dr. Doshi's expertise in pediatric surgery and his passion for educating people about common childhood conditions make this video a must-watch for parents and caregivers.

For any queries or questions, book an appointment with Dr. Bhavesh Doshi:

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[earnoseandthroatdoctors]

Is My Child Tongue-Tied?

When we say, “tongue tied,” most of us think of a situation when we are too excited to express ourselves verbally. Although not a medical condition, tongue tie is the name for a fairly common condition that limits the movement of the tongue – medically referred to as ankyloglossia.

Before we are born, a strong cord of tissue called the frenulum is positioned in the center of the mouth and guides the development of the oral cavity. As we grow and develop, it thins and recedes to a small thin piece of tissue that attaches the bottom of the tongue to the floor of the mouth. In some children, the frenulum is especially tight or fails to recede and may cause difficulty with tongue movement. Ankyloglossia or tongue tie can cause eating or speaking difficulties in some children.

In infants, tongue tie can present with trouble sucking or poor weight gain. In breast-fed infants, it can cause trouble with latching, or the mother may experience pain when the baby is nursing. Some mothers give up nursing because of tongue tie that is not recognized. In toddlers and older children, tongue tie can be a cause of trouble with speech articulation, especially consonant sounds. Signs that your child may have difficulty due to tongue tie include a V-shaped notch at the tip of the tongue, inability to stick the tongue out past the gums, or simply difficulty licking an ice cream cone or lollipop.

Frenuloplasty

Because a shortened frenulum restricts the range of motion of the tongue, a frenulectomy may be recommended. A frenulectomy is a surgical procedure performed to clip the frenulum and release the tongue. In infants a frenulectomy can be performed as a simple office procedure with topical local anesthesia. Older infants and young children often require anesthetic gas for the procedure, but older cooperative children can also have the procedure safely with only local topical anesthesia. Although it is considered a safe and simple procedure, risks of a frenulectomy may include infection, scarring and excessive bleeding.

This procedure results in increased tongue mobility and problems with eating and speech are greatly improved. After surgery, most patients experience effective symptom relief and restored full movement to the tongue. In some cases, tongue exercises may be recommended to improve the movement of the tongue after a frenulectomy.

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What is Ankyloglossia?

Ankyloglossia is a piece of tissue under the tongue that restricts regular movements. In the third month of pregnancy, this piece of tissue dissolves towards the back of the tongue, allowing up and down and side to side tongue movements. If this dissolving (apoptosis) does not occur, the piece of tissue connected below the tongue remains, causing a tongue tie. 

This tissue is called the lingual frenulum. It may be short or tight or could be attached way up near the tongue tip. Either way, it ties the tongue to one place. For some children, tongue-tie isn’t a significant issue, but it can severely affect eating and speaking for others.