Question
My daughter is nine years old, and I noticed she had a short tongue tie issue when she was young. But now she speaks unclearly, and it seems like she’s talking with something in her mouth. After consulting with the dentist at the hospital’s oral department, she was told that surgery is needed. But I’m worried about the risks of surgery, what should I do?
Answer
Pay attention to oral hygiene after surgery; it should not affect eating. There is no need for fasting or special checks before surgery. It is recommended to have an early check-up and treatment, as a short tongue tie in infants can lead to unclear pronunciation and speech. This is because the tongue tie is too short to pull the tongue, preventing it from touching the front teeth or curling the tip of the tongue. For your daughter’s current situation, I suggest you communicate thoroughly with the doctor before deciding whether to undergo surgery.