Tongue-Tie Release And Lip Tie Release For Kids And Teens
Tied tongues shouldn't hold them back
We help your child get on the right track
What Is a Tongue Tie in Children?
A tongue tie (also called ankyloglossia) occurs when the thin band of tissue under the tongue (lingual frenulum) is too short, tight, or thick, limiting the tongue's range of motion.
What Is a Lip Tie in Children?
A lip tie occurs when the upper lip is restricted by a tight or thick tissue attachment (labial frenulum), limiting the lip’s natural movement.
Signs To Watch For
Parents should be alert to the following signs in toddlers and older children:
- Speech delays or unclear articulation (especially with sounds like “L,” “R,” “T,” “D,” “S,” or “Z”)
- Mouth breathing
- Snoring or restless sleep leading to daytime sleepiness, lack of attention or Hyperactivity
- Grinding their teeth while sleeping
- Difficulty chewing or swallowing certain foods
- Gagging or choking easily while eating
- Trouble sticking the tongue out, lifting it up, or moving it side to side
- Tongue always resting low or visibly thrusting forward
- Gaps between the upper front teeth in case of a lip tie
- Signs of frustration during communication or eating
- Have tooth decay because they can't use their tongue to clear food from their teeth or the roof of their mouth
- Harder to brush the teeth effectively because of the interfering labial frenum
Diagnosis by a
Trained Practitioner
Diagnosing a tongue or lip tie in older children isn’t just about checking under the tongue or lip. At Brite Bite, we look at how your child speaks, eats, breathes, and uses their tongue day to day.
We assess their oral posture, sleep patterns, and tongue mobility to understand the full picture. A proper diagnosis should always be made by a practitioner trained in pediatric anatomy and orofacial function.