Ankyloglossia
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Ankyloglossia, popularly known as "tongue-tie," is a condition present from birth in which the band of tissue that connects the tongue to the floor of the mouth is shorter or thicker than usual, limiting the movement of the tongue.
Possible effects: In babies it can make feeding difficult; later, it may influence certain speech sounds or oral hygiene, although it does not always cause problems.
When to have it checked? If difficulties are observed with breastfeeding, with moving the tongue, or with pronouncing.
Which specialist evaluates it? The dentist and the pediatric dentist usually detect it, while the maxillofacial surgeon or the pediatric surgeon evaluate the cases that require more detailed attention. Discussing it with one of these professionals helps decide the appropriate follow-up.
Data on 783 doctors who treat ankyloglossia
Which specialist treats ankyloglossia?
Ankyloglossia (tongue-tie) is evaluated by a pediatric surgeon or a dentist, who determine whether a minor procedure is needed. An oral and maxillofacial surgeon can help in more complex cases. See these specialists if your baby has difficulty breastfeeding or the child has speech problems.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in ankyloglossia
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Andrea Ladrón de Guevara
Dr. Lorena Guadalupe Ruiz Ramos
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Rosa Elena Pena Madero
Dr. Luis Fernando Fraga Ramos
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Celina Flores Olvera
Dr. Karla Paola Gonzalez Cabezas
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. María Cristina Velázquez Ochoa
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Itzel Olivares Lara
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Karina V. Ramírez García
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Eleazar Hernández Ruíz
Frequently asked questions
What is ankyloglossia?
Ankyloglossia, popularly known as "tongue-tie," is a condition present from birth in which the band of tissue that connects the tongue to the floor of the mouth is shorter or thicker than usual, limiting the movement of the tongue.
Which doctor treats ankyloglossia?
Ankyloglossia (tongue-tie) is evaluated by a pediatric surgeon or a dentist, who determine whether a minor procedure is needed. An oral and maxillofacial surgeon can help in more complex cases. See these specialists if your baby has difficulty breastfeeding or the child has speech problems.