What is ankyloglossia?

Also known as: tongue tie, tongue-tie.

Ankyloglossia is called tongue-tie because it limits the use of the tongue. It may lead to problems with speech or eating.


Reviewed by: Sandeep P Dave, M.D.

This page was last updated on: 1/29/2019 3:21:13 PM

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