Understanding Tongue-Tie
The phrase, “tongue-tied,” is thrown around a lot either on a playground or out in the world. Usually used after a series of funny tongue twisters, when someones mispeaks, or when they can't find the [...]
Is Your Baby Tongue Tied? A Frenectomy Can Help
We use the phrase “tongue tied” to refer to being dumbstruck, unable to speak because of shyness or embarrassment. But the tongue can be literally tied thanks to a little band of connective tissue that [...]
Despite Dental Problems, Many Pregnant Women Avoid Dentist
and other oral health problems can have significant impacts on your overall health. One complication of gum disease is an increase in pregnancy complications. Despite this risk, nearly half of all pregnant women [...]
Babies Need Free Tongues to Interpret Speech
Researchers have always thought that the ability of infants to understand speech sounds was primarily related to hearing development. But now a new study has shown that babies understand speech sounds better if they have [...]
Can Tongue Tie Increase Your Child’s Need for Braces?
The main reason why tongue tie surgery is recommended is that it can , but it’s likely that there are many other benefits. has been accused of resulting in delayed speech and [...]
Myths That Keep Women from Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding is good for baby and mother, but many women don't breastfeed -- or don't breastfeed for long enough -- because of some myths that make breastfeeding seem more difficult or undesirable. Myth #1: Many [...]
