A lingual frenectomy is a simple and safe surgical procedure that releases the tongue’s movement by removing or reshaping the tissue under it (the lingual frenulum).
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When performed at the right time, this treatment offers several important benefits for children:
✅ Improved speech articulation — helps correct pronunciation difficulties caused by a “tongue-tie.”
✅ Better breastfeeding and swallowing — newborns and infants can feed more efficiently.
✅ Enhanced oral hygiene — greater tongue mobility facilitates cleaning of the teeth and gums.
✅ Improved eating habits — easier tongue movement promotes proper chewing and swallowing.
✅ Support for jaw and dental development — prevents alterations in bite or spacing related to tongue restriction.
Early diagnosis and intervention by a pediatric dentist or oral surgeon can greatly improve a child’s oral function and overall quality of life.
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