Anatomical classification of lingual frenulum in babies

Conclusion: the lingual frenulu m were classified as normal or altered, being predominant normal lingual frenulum and thin thickness. Altered frenulum was prevalent in males. Babies with altered lingual frenulum showed more change of alteration in suction, although the correlation between frenulum and suction was low.

Source: Revista CEFAC - November 21, 2016 Category: Speech Therapy Source Type: research