How to Treat a Tongue-tie: An Evidence-based Algorithm of Care
Background:. Ankyloglossia, or tongue-tie, is characterized by a short or thickened lingual frenulum; this can be associated with impaired breastfeeding, speech, and dentofacial growth. The indications for performing frenotomy, frenuloplasty, or other operative interventions are unclear. Methods:. A...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Wolters Kluwer
2021-01-01
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Series: | Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Global Open |
Online Access: | http://journals.lww.com/prsgo/fulltext/10.1097/GOX.0000000000003336 |