tongue

What is a tongue-tie? As a baby develops in the womb, the tongue separates from the floor of the mouth. A tongue-tie happens when the tongue does not separate enough. Some tongue-ties are thin while others may be chunky. Some tongue-ties do not cause problems — babies can feed and older children can talk normally. Other tongue-ties do cause problems. What are the benefits of tongue-tie division? Your baby should be able to feed better and their oral hygiene should improve. A tongue-tie. Are there any alternatives to tongue-tie division? Some tongue-ties divide on their own or tear on the lower teeth