Benefits of Tongue Tie Release

At Luce Tooth Pediatric Dentistry, our goal is not only to help your child to have healthy teeth, but also to help them have a healthy mouth. Some children are born with a condition called a tongue tie, where the tongue does not have the mobility it should because of extra skin keeping it connected to the lower jaw. Here are some reasons to consider releasing the tongue tie to help your child’s development.

Improve Breathing

Tongue ties can cause the child to breathe with their mouth open instead of through the mouth. This can lead to a wide range of problems, but the main one is waking frequently during the night.

Limit Feeding Difficulties

Babies with a tongue tie have trouble latching during breastfeeding. This issue can make it painful for the mother and can lead to problems with weight gain.

Improving Speech Concerns

When the tongue can’t move freely in the mouth, some sounds, especially those like “d” and “t” that require the tongue to go to the top of the mouth, are hard to make. Releasing the tongue tie can allow your child’s speech to develop naturally.

Better Oral Hygiene

Oral hygiene may improve when the tongue tie is released because children can more easily reach the lower teeth, especially in the back, to clean them. Better oral hygiene decreases the risk of cavities and other problems.

On-Track Development

Breathing and feeding issues can lead to poor development, especially in babies and toddlers. By having yourSt. Petersburg dentist release the tongue tie, you may see your child’s development catch up with their peers.

With all of these benefits, tongue tie release is a logical choice. If you’re concerned your child has a tongue tie, reach out to ourtongue tie center for an evaluation.