Recognizing Ankyloglossia: A Tongue-Tie Problem
Ankyloglossia, also referred to as tongue-tie, is a congenital issue where the lingual frenulum, the tissue attaching the tongue to the floor of the mouth, is tight. This restriction can affect various aspects of an individual's life, mainly their ability to articulate, eat, and suck. In some cases, ankyloglossia can be subtle, causing little t