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Understanding Tongue-Tie: Surgical Options for Adults with Ankyloglossia

Ankyloglossia Hello Doctor: My frenulum is tightly attached to the tip of my tongue, which makes it almost impossible for me to stick my tongue out. This has also affected my speech. Since I am in my twenties, I would like to know if undergoing surgery would be complicated. Thank...


Dr. Hong Guangliang Reply:
Hello, frenectomy can usually be performed in an outpatient setting under local anesthesia and is not very complicated. Postoperatively, it is important to ensure there is no bleeding!

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