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Tongue-tie

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In tongue-tie, the lingual frenulum is shorter and wider than usual. This may result in limited tongue movement. In babies, this may result in potential feeding problems.

Author Debby Golonka, MPH
Editor Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA
Associate Editor Terrina Vail
Primary Medical Reviewer Michael J. Sexton, MD - Pediatrics
Specialist Medical Reviewer Thomas Emmett Francoeur, MDCM, CSPQ, FRCPC - Pediatrics
Last Updated August 20, 2009

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Last Updated: August 20, 2009
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