{"id":718,"date":"2026-06-05T07:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-05T07:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.midlandkidsdentist.com\/blog\/lip-tie-how-it-affects-toddlers\/"},"modified":"2026-07-07T13:44:04","modified_gmt":"2026-07-07T13:44:04","slug":"lip-tie-how-it-affects-toddlers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.midlandkidsdentist.com\/blog\/lip-tie-how-it-affects-toddlers\/","title":{"rendered":"Small Tie, Big Impact: How a Lip-Tie Affects Your Toddler"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.midlandkidsdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lip-tie-how-it-affects-toddlers-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"little girl smiling with her tongue slightly out\" class=\"wp-image-717\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.midlandkidsdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lip-tie-how-it-affects-toddlers-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.midlandkidsdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lip-tie-how-it-affects-toddlers-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.midlandkidsdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lip-tie-how-it-affects-toddlers-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.midlandkidsdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lip-tie-how-it-affects-toddlers.jpeg 1429w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Does your toddler have difficulty eating solid foods? Do they breathe through their mouth while asleep? If you said \u201cyes\u201d to either of these questions, it might be their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.midlandkidsdentist.com\/lip-and-tongue-tie-treatment.html\">lip-tie<\/a> that is to blame. Keep reading to learn when it\u2019s time to seek professional treatment for your child\u2019s lip-tie.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Challenges Can Arise Because of a Lip Tie?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most lip-tie problems become evident during infancy, though not always. Your little one might breeze through this stage, but suddenly experience issues as they enter toddlerhood. It\u2019s also possible that they exhibited issues early on, but not enough to warrant a trip to the doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now, as a toddler, their lip-tie may be causing:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Difficulty Eating Solid Foods:<\/strong> Chewing, swallowing, and moving food around in their mouth may be difficult. This can cause them to choke or cough, leading to nutritional deficiencies and digestive issues.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sleep-Breathing Disorders: <\/strong>A lip-tie can make it harder for your child to close their mouth while asleep. As a result, they will breathe through their mouth rather than their nose, which can cause them to snore or experience restless sleep. This can cause behavioral issues focusing in and out of school.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Speech Impediments:<\/strong> Although their communication may be minimal at this stage, their ability to form sounds is important. If you notice that they struggle to speak clearly, their lip-tie may be the problem, and it will only worsen if left untreated.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Oral Health Problems:<\/strong> A lip-tie can cause a gap to form in the upper front teeth, increasing their risk for cavities, gum disease, and bad breath, as it can be hard to clean these teeth.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Can a Dentist Help?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you notice that your child is exhibiting any of these symptoms, don\u2019t wait to schedule an appointment with their dentist. Many professionals provide frenectomies to release these restricted tissues, improving your child\u2019s ability to move their lip freely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All that is required is for you to bring your child in to meet with the dentist for an evaluation. After learning more about their situation and health history, they will determine if they have a lip-tie and explain the process of addressing it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This usually requires using a dental laser to release the tie, allowing the lip to move freely. The process is quick and easy, producing minimal bleeding and swelling, so you can expect a swift recovery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don\u2019t let your little one\u2019s lip-tie keep them from experiencing life at this new and exciting stage. Get the professional help they need to eat, speak, and breathe comfortably from now on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dr. Ramu Vuppala earned his dental doctorate from the University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry. With 20+ years of experience, he works closely with young patients and has advanced training and experience in treating lip and tongue-ties. Providing laser dentistry for fast, effective care, he ensures shorter recovery times through his swift, successful approach. If your child has a lip-tie that needs to be addressed, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.midlandkidsdentist.com\/contact-us.html\">visit our website<\/a> or call <strong>(432) 520-5437<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Does your toddler have difficulty eating solid foods? Do they breathe through their mouth while asleep? If you said \u201cyes\u201d to either of these questions, it might be their lip-tie that is to blame. 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