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ADULT TONGUE TIE

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ADULT TONGUE TIE (LINGUAL FRENULUM)

Tongue tie, commonly referred to as Ankyloglossia, is a string of tissue called frenulum. This frenulum connects the underside of the tongue to the mouth’s floor and can be seen under the tongue through a mirror. The frenulum tissue can restrict the movements of the tongue and cause speech problems in adults, breathing, swallowing, eating, drinking, chewing, jaw growth, posture, and digestion.

ADULT LIP TIE (LABIAL FRENULUM)

Lip tie is a similar band of tissue, called the labial frenulum, that adheres the lip to the gums at a level much higher than normal. This can lead to a gap in between upper front teeth, cavities, inability to close the lips without strain, and speech difficulties.

ADULT TONGUE TIE CAUSES

While there are various theories and research behind it, the exact causes of tongue ties are not known yet. Researchers suggest that the tongue tie may be hereditary or due to a defect in cellular apoptosis. Additionally, boys have been found to be more susceptible to having a tongue tie.

ADULT TONGUE TIE SYMPTOMS

Mouth Breathing
Noisy breathing or Snoring
Sleep apnea
Clenching and grinding their teeth
Eating slowly or gulping big chunks of food
Difficulty swallowing or tongue thrusting
Incorrect facial and jaw development
Tingling in calves and feet

Speech problems in adults
Acid Reflux
Orofacial pain and TMJ dysfunction
Headaches, shoulder, neck and back pain
Tightness in the chest
Pronated feet

ADULT TONGUE TIE DIAGNOSIS

Adult tongue ties may be found when looking for causes of TMD/orofacial pain, clenching of teeth, snoring, disturbed sleep and breathing, poorly developed jaw growth, and teeth alignment and speech problems in adults. There are also other signs beyond just the appearance of the tongue on the face and body that only a well-trained professional can assess. Several related issues stem from tongue restriction, including the airway, posture, and sleep, which is why a comprehensive functional assessment of the tongue is essential.

Adult tongue ties may be found when searching for the causes of:

TMD/orofacial pain
Clenching of teeth
Snoring
Disturbed sleeping
Breathing issues
Poorly developed jaw growth and Teeth Alignment
Speech problems in adults

Other adult tongue tie symptoms are beyond the appearance of the tongue, including the airway, posture, and sleep. These tongue tie symptoms can only be assessed by skilled tongue tie specialist. For a quick assessment, take this tongue tie adults test.

ANKYLOGLOSSIA TREATMENT ADULTS

An adult tongue tie or ankyloglossia specialist determines the right tongue tie treatment option after considering several factors,
such as :

In our practice, we use the Functional Frenuloplasty procedure to release tongue ties for adults. This unique and functional approach for frenulum removal surgery in adults was established by globally renowned ENT & sleep surgeon Dr. Soroush Zaghi of Breathe Institute, Los Angeles. Dr. Ankita Shah has trained for this adult tongue tie surgery under Dr. Zaghi and is India’s only Ambassador of The Breathe Institute. Our tongue-tie surgery in adults is based on precision: which is releasing the appropriate extent of tissues for maximal relief, not too much or too little. The success of our practice is based on our ability to provide effective and a complete release of tethered oral tissues by incorporating a multidisciplinary protocol that integrates myofunctional therapy (and sometimes physical therapy) both before, during, and after surgery. You also need to undergo physical therapy rehabilitation after the surgery for your muscle-balance-posture is retrained.

Dr. Shah is the Only
Indian Ambassador of

The Breathe Institute

Trained in the Functional Frenuloplasty
Procedure by Dr. Soroush Zaghi

RISKS OF AN UNTREATED TIE

Eating slowly or gulping big chunks of food
Difficulty swallowing or tongue thrusting
Incorrect facial and jaw development
Speech problems
Acid Reflux
Orofacial pain and TMJ dysfunction
Headaches, shoulder, neck and back pain
Tightness in the chest
Tingling in calves and feet
Clenching and grinding their teeth

Poor quality of life
Forward neck and shoulder posture
Moody Behavior
Anxiety
Snoring/ Noisy breathing
Frequent nasal congestion
Mouth Breathing
Noisy breathing or Snoring
Sleep apnea

The above mentioned risks are examples of observed changes in adults. NOT ALL TIES SHOW all the above mentioned risks. It takes an experienced provider to thoroughly investigate the tongue function and symptoms associated with each tie.

Frequently Asked Questions

What will happen If adult tongue ties are left untreated?

Adult tongue ties, if left untreated, can give rise to various health complications like speech issues, snoring, sleep problems, breathing difficulties, and more.

Is an adult tongue tie surgery mandatory for removing tongue ties?

No, an adult tongue tie surgery is not the only optional. Dr. Ankita Shah offers laser tongue tie treatment for adult ankyloglossia, which is quick, painless, and offers lifelong results.

How do I know if I have tongue tie? What are adult tongue tie symptoms?

The various adult tongue ties symptoms to watch out for include orofacial pain, breathing issues, sleeping and speech problems, etc. Adult tongue ties need a proper diagnosis by a tongue tie specialist. Dr. Ankita Shah uses comprehensive approaches for accurate diagnosis of adult ankyloglossia.

Will I be able to speak properly after frenulum removal surgery?

Dr. Ankita Shah and her team offer multidisciplinary approaches such as myofunctional therapy and sometimes physical therapy before, during, or after treatment that helps retain muscle, balance, and posture. These comprehensive approaches help overcome speech problems.