Clinical Guidelines and Management of Ankyloglossia with 1-Year Followup: Report of 3 Cases

The tongue is an important oral structure that affects speech, position of teeth, periodontal tissue, nutrition, swallowing, nursing, and certain social activities. Ankyloglossia (tongue tie) is a congenital anomaly characterized by an abnormally short, thick lingual frenulum which affects movement...

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Main Authors: Mayur S. Bhattad, M. S. Baliga, Ritika Kriplani
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2013-01-01
Series:Case Reports in Dentistry
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2013/185803