Adult - Tongue TieΒ
Problems relating to Oral Restrictions (Tongue/Lip Tie)
Eating
- Difficulty in moving a bolus of food to back of mouth
Speech
- Lisp or difficulty articulating certain sounds
- Reduced speed or volume of speech
Dental
- Increased dental decay
- Rotation or overcrowding of teeth
- Gum recession
- Teeth grinding (Bruxism)
Joints and posture
- Jaw joint problems (TMJ)
- Postural issues β head forward posture, neck pain, tension headaches, migraine
Social
- Self-conscious about appearance
- Unable to french kiss
Sleep / Breathing
- Open mouth posture / mouth breathing
- Sleep disordered breathing β Concentration/attention issues
- Sleep apnoea
- Restlessness
- Snoring
