Lip ties and tongue ties are found in 4 to 11 percent of newborns. This condition typically causes difficulty during breastfeeding and may lead to further health problems. Fortunately, lip and tongue ties can easily be corrected with a frenectomy.
It’s important to remember that not all lip or tongue ties cause complications and require a frenectomy. During your child’s visit, we’ll assess their lip or tongue mobility and determine whether a frenectomy would be beneficial.