Is your baby not gaining weight as expected, producing clicking sounds, experiencing difficulties with latching during breastfeeding, or causing you discomfort or swelling? These symptoms could be indicative of a condition known as tongue tie, which restricts their tongue’s movement. Untreated, tongue ties can potentially result in nutritional deficiencies, dental complications, speech impediments, and other concerns. If your baby requires a frenectomy to address this issue, read on to understand what to anticipate before, during, and after the procedure.
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