Breastfeeding Difficulties: Signs Your Baby Has a Lip or Tongue-Tie

A lip and/or tongue-tie in Phillipsburg is not uncommon among infants and young children. In fact, physicians have been performing frenectomies to release these thick bands of tissues for centuries. However, changes in the way women chose to feed their babies caused the regular occurrence of the procedure to decline. Now with more women choosing to return to breastfeeding, many are seeking professional help when signs point to a lip or tongue-tie. Read on to find out what symptoms you should watch for that might dictate whether your baby needs a frenectomy to ensure complete oral function.