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What is ankyglossia?

Updated: 9/7/2023
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11y ago

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A congenital anomaly in which the mucous membrane under the tongue is too short limiting the mobility of the tongue. The mucous membrane is also called the frenulum. This is what was traditionally known as "tongue-tied" In its most severe presentation, it can interfere with eating and speaking, and surgery may be necessary, though most doctors are reluctant to "clip" the frenulum in milder cases.

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abnormal tounge

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