A tongue tie, medically known as ankyloglossia, is a congenital condition in which the strip of skin beneath a person’s tongue (the lingual frenulum) is shorter than usual, restricting the tongue’s range of motion.
This condition can potentially affect speech and oral functions such as breastfeeding or eating.
In some cases, surgical intervention (frenotomy or frenuloplasty) may be recommended to release the tight band of tissue, allowing for improved tongue movement and function.
Decisions regarding treatment are typically made after careful evaluation by a healthcare professional.