Tongue-tie surgery age limit

Tongue-tie surgery age limit

Tongue-tie surgery, also known as frenotomy, is a procedure to release a thin piece of tissue that connects the underside of the tongue to the floor of the mouth. 

The procedure is usually performed on infants and young children who have difficulty breastfeeding due to a tongue-tie, a condition in which the lingual frenulum (the thin piece of tissue under the tongue) is too short or tight.

There is no specific age limit for tongue-tie surgery, and the procedure can be performed on infants, children, and adults of any age. 

However, tongue-tie surgery is most commonly performed on infants and young children, as this is when the condition is most likely to cause difficulties with breastfeeding.

The decision to perform tongue-tie surgery should be based on the individual needs and circumstances of the patient. 

In some cases, tongue-tie surgery may be recommended if the condition is causing difficulties with breastfeeding or if it is causing other problems, such as difficulty speaking or eating.

 In other cases, tongue-tie surgery may not be necessary if the condition is not causing any significant problems.

It is important for parents to discuss the potential risks and benefits of tongue-tie surgery with their healthcare provider and to carefully consider their options before making a decision.