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Clinical Reference Systems: Pediatric Advisor 10.0
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Tongue-Tie
DESCRIPTION
The length of the band of tissue under the tongue varies
greatly among individuals. At birth, the tongue is normally
short and the band is tight. The tongue grows and the band
stretches with use. A child older than 1 year has an
abnormally tight tongue (or tongue-tie) if:
- The tip of the tongue can't be protruded past the teeth
or gumline.
- The end of the tongue becomes notched when it is
protruded.
Tongue-tie is a very rare condition. If your child does not
have either of the above problems, his or her tongue is
normal.
TREATMENT
A tongue with less movement than normal does not cause delay
or difficulty with speech or sucking. Clipping of the band
under the tongue is rarely done anymore because it is
usually unnecessary. Clipping also carries the risk of
bleeding and infection. It is never done before 1 year of
age.
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