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lip and tongue tie infant

Lip and Tongue Tie Infant

Have you ever noticed the small bit of tissue that attaches the upper or lower lips to the gums or the tongue to the floor of the mouth? This thin portion of tissue is known as the frenum. Technically, these thin tissues exist in many areas of the body and in the case of the mouth, are designed to support the lips and tongue as well as aid in limiting movement of these oral structures. Nursing babies with tongue or lip ties can be difficult or impossible. We want you and your baby to have success when it comes to feedings, and we want your baby to thrive. Is your newborn or infant experiencing problems while breastfeeding or bottle-feeding? If so, feel free to click the link below and print and fill out our Infant Assessment Sheet, and bring it with you to your newborn/infant appointment.

Infant Upper Labial Frenum

Infant Lower Labial Frenum

Fill out Our Infant Assessment Sheet

 

Take Our Tongue-Tie Quiz

Not sure if your child needs to have a tongue-tie or lip-tie in the near future? Take the quiz below. If you answer yes to one or more of these questions, Give us a call to help your child get the care that they need!

Does your child experience the following?

Shallow latch or pain while nursing?
YesNo
Issues while feeding from their bottle?
YesNo
Slow or poor weight gain?
YesNo
Frequent spitting up (or reflux)?
YesNo
Frequently fussy or gassy?
YesNo
Excessive feeding at breast or bottle?
YesNo
Milk spilling from their mouth during feeding?
YesNo
Smacking or clicking noises when eating?
YesNo
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