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Tongue-Tie

Picture of a normal and an abnormal lingual frenulum

In tongue-tie, the lingual frenulum is shorter than usual. This may result in limited tongue movement. Babies with tongue-tie may have feeding problems.

Current as of: November 14, 2022

Author: Healthwise Staff
Medical Review:
John Pope MD - Pediatrics
Thomas M. Bailey MD - Family Medicine
Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine
Chuck Norlin MD - Pediatrics

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