Tongue tie

Alternative names:

ankyloglossia

Treatment:

Surgical intervention is seldom necessary. If surgery is deemed necessary, it should postponed until the child is approximately 9 months old.

Expectations (prognosis):

Surgery, if performed, is usually successful.

Complications:

There are usually no complications.

Calling your health care provider:

If you are concerned about a possible tongue tie on your child, have your health care provider examine it during a routine well-baby examination.