Oral ScienceStomatology
Ankyloglossia
Ankyloglossia
Disease overview
Ankyloglossia, or tongue-tie, refers to a condition where the lingual frenulum does not recede to the base of the tongue after birth, preventing the tongue from extending out of the mouth and the tip...
Detailed description
Ankyloglossia, or tongue-tie, refers to a condition where the lingual frenulum does not recede to the base of the tongue after birth, preventing the tongue from extending out of the mouth and the tip from lifting upwards.
Symptoms of ankyloglossia include difficulty sucking, slow weight gain, and a "W"-shaped tongue tip when extended.
Disease information
Disease name
Ankyloglossia
English name
Ankyloglossia
Category
Oral Science
Subcategory
Stomatology
Related departments
Stomatology
Maxillofacial Surgery
Pediatric Dentistry
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