×
Please select City And Area.
Doctors Near You for Tongue Tie (ankyloglossia) in Dunmore town
restless leg syndrome treatment

Tongue tie, medically known as ankyloglossia, is a condition where the lingual frenulum-a small fold of tissue that connects the underside of the tongue to the floor of the mouth is shorter or tighter than usual. This restricts the tongue's range of motion and can cause difficulties with feeding, speech, and oral hygiene. Tongue tie is typically a congenital condition, meaning it is present at birth, and its exact cause is often unknown. However, it may be associated with genetic factors as it tends to run in families. In infants, tongue tie can make breastfeeding challenging because it limits the baby's ability to latch onto the breast effectively, potentially leading to poor weight gain and nipple pain for the mother. In older children and adults, it can affect speech development, cause difficulties with certain sounds, and interfere with oral hygiene, potentially leading to dental issues. Treatment for tongue tie depends on the severity of the condition and its impact on function. In mild cases, no treatment may be necessary, and individuals adapt without significant issues. If treatment is required, a common procedure is a frenotomy, a minor surgical procedure where the lingual frenulum is snipped to free the tongue. This can often be done in a doctor's office with minimal discomfort and quick recovery. For more severe cases, a frenuloplasty, a more extensive procedure, may be needed to release the tongue fully. Early diagnosis and intervention can help prevent potential feeding, speech, and dental problems associated with tongue tie.
- Podiatric Surgeon in Dunmore town
- Hepatobiliary Oncologist in Dunmore town
- Maternal Fetal Medicine Specialist in Dunmore town
- Joint Reconstruction Surgeon in Dunmore town
- Reproductive Endocrinology in Dunmore town
- Robotic Surgeon in Dunmore town
- Central Nervous System Tumor Specialist in Dunmore town
- Anterior Cervical Discectomy With Fusion in Dunmore town
- Gastrectomy in Dunmore town
- Frozen Embryo Transfer (FET) in Dunmore town
- Guided Bone And Tissue Regeneration (Dentistry) in Dunmore town
- Escharotomy in Dunmore town
- Adhesive Capsulitis Of The Shoulder in Dunmore town
- Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Surgery in Dunmore town
- Dental Services in Dunmore town
- Pediatric Emergency Medicine Services in Dunmore town
- Mechanical Ventilation Services in Dunmore town
- Prenatal and Pregnancy Care in Dunmore town
- Management of Obesity-Related Conditions in Dunmore town
- Wilderness Medicine Services in Dunmore town
- Healthcare Information Technology (It) Support in Dunmore town
- Medical Officer Clinical Services in Dunmore town
- Pediatric Cardiac Care in Dunmore town
- Pediatric Education and Support for Families in Dunmore town
- Cognitive Neurology Services in Dunmore town
- Pediatric Nutritional Support in Dunmore town
- Medical Oxygen Supplier in Dunmore town
- Joint Replacement in Dunmore town