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![Read More] Understanding Tongue-Tie: Surgical Options for Adults with Ankyloglossia
Can I Improve My Speech Clarity with a Tongue-Tie Issue?
My pronunciation is not very standard..? I would like to ask if I feel like I have a bit of a lisp... Is there a way to remedy this? Some sounds, like "z," "c," "s," "zh," "ch," and "sh," come out sounding strange... It ...
Dr. Xu Jiazhen Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, I recommend speech therapy.[Read More] Can I Improve My Speech Clarity with a Tongue-Tie Issue?
Understanding Tongue Protrusion: Treatment Options and Concerns
Macroglossia Hello Doctor: I have noticed since childhood that my speech is different from others because my tongue often protrudes noticeably while speaking. This has made me reluctant to speak in front of many people, as I feel embarrassed and fear being called "tongue-tie...
Dr. Chen Junliang Reply:
Miss Hsiao-Ju: Generally speaking, no one has a tongue so large that it prevents them from speaking properly. Most cases arise from incorrect speaking habits, which hinder the normal movement of the tongue, leading to the appearance of the tongue protruding during speech. This co...[Read More] Understanding Tongue Protrusion: Treatment Options and Concerns
Understanding Tongue-Tie: Treatment Options for Infants
Ankyloglossia Hello Dr. Chen, my daughter is currently seven months old. The frenulum of her tongue is positioned more towards the front and is slightly short, causing a dip in the middle part of her tongue when she sticks it out. Do we definitely need to have the frenulum clippe...
Dr. Chen Duliang Reply:
Hello Ms. Feng; a short frenulum, along with a depression in the middle part of the tongue when protruding, is indeed a sign of a shorter frenulum. If the condition is severe, it is advisable to seek treatment early to prevent any impact on future speech function. The treatment i...[Read More] Understanding Tongue-Tie: Treatment Options for Infants