Q: Which doctor treats tongue tie?
A: A paediatrician or otolaryngologist (also called as ear, nose, throat (ENT) doctor) treats tongue tie.
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Q: How soon should a tongue tie be treated?
A: The earlier belief of wait-and-watch has been replaced with correction of the anomaly as soon as possible. This ensures that your child does not develop other complications such as lisping and crowding of teeth.
Q: How long does it take the wound to heal?
A: The oral mucosa heals very rapidly. It can be expected that the wound will heal completely within 10 - 15 days.
Q: What is the advised post-operative care?
A: It is best to take cold and soft foods on the immediate post-operative day. The parents should also ensure that the wound site is kept clean. This may be done with a sterile swab after feeding. For older children, mouth washes may be prescribed.
