Will My Child’s Lip or Tongue-Tie Go Away on Its Own?

As a parent, you want the best for your child’s health and development, so it can be concerning to hear terms like lip-tie or tongue-tie at the pediatrician’s or dentist’s office. These conditions, medically known as ankyloglossia (tongue tie) and labial frenulum restriction (lip tie), occur when the tissue connecting the tongue or upper lip to the mouth is too tight, short, or thick. This can affect eating, speech, and oral health. One common question parents ask is: Will it go away on its own? The answer depends on the severity of the tie and how it impacts your child.