Uncuffing of Tongue
International Journal of Development Research
Uncuffing of Tongue
Abstract:
Tongue tie or Ankyloglossia is a rare congenital anomaly. In this condition the tongue is attached to floor of the mouth. The patient is unable to protrude his tongue properly. Difficulty in speech, suction, feeding and difficulty in maintaining oral hygiene has been reported. We report a case of partial ankyloglossia in a 35 year old male child which was treated and followed up without complications.
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