Patient's question:
My daughter is nine years old. She was found to have a short frenulum when she was young, but now she has difficulty speaking clearly, as if she were talking with something in her mouth. After consulting a doctor at the hospital's dental department, they said she needs surgery. However, I'm afraid of the risks involved in the surgery. What should I do?Doctor's answer:
Doctors should pay attention to oral hygiene after surgery. It does not affect food intake. No fasting is required before surgery. No special tests are needed. Early examination and treatment are recommended. When a baby's tie is too short, pronunciation and articulation will be unclear. This is because the frenulum is too short, making it difficult to move the tongue. The tongue cannot touch the front teeth, and the palate or tongue cannot curl. Based on the child's current condition, I recommend that it is best to communicate in detail with the doctor before undergoing surgery.