Have you noticed an increase in the number of babies diagnosed with lip or tongue tie? You’re not imagining it. Approximately 5% of all newborns are born with the abnormality. The condition occurs when a tight or thick band of tissue prevents normal lip or tongue movements. Although it may seem like more infants are being diagnosed with the condition, it isn’t a new issue. Instead, awareness about tongue tie has contributed to the increase in treatments, and here’s why.
