What is tongue tie?
Ankyloglossia, or tongue tie as it is more commonly known, may become apparent soon after the baby is born. It can affect 3-10% of new born babies. The tongue tie is caused by a fibrous band of tissue, the frenulum, which tethers the underside of the tongue to the floor of the mouth, restricting movement. This may cause a problem with latching on or feeding.
What happens at the consultation?
It will become apparent whether a tongue release is indicated or not.