Lip and tongue ties have become more commonly diagnosed among both babies and children. In fact, the Mayo Clinic estimates that up to 10 percent of all newborns are born with ankyloglossia (the clinical term for tongue ties). This occurs when the frenum, which is a small strip of soft tissue that connects the lips to the gums or the tongue to the floor of the mouth, is overgrown or is too thick. It can impact the ability for newborns to nurse and can lead to speech and airway issues. If you have just found out that your baby has a lip or tongue tie, filter out the noise of these four common myths and make the best decision for your favorite smile.
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