This is referred to as a lip tie and it can occur with any frenulum attachment.
Effects
A lip tie can interfere with feeding, which may affect a baby’s growth.
That said, untreated lip ties are unlikely to cause significant problems later in life.
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Does Baby Lip Tie Need to Be Corrected?
Furthermore, an infant may have a lip tie that does not interfere with their ability to feed.
Frenectomy
Afrenectomyis the procedure to correct a lip tie.
This can help ensure that they meet their nutrition needs.
Summary
A lip tie in babies may affect breastfeeding.
Often, changing the nursing position to strengthen the latch, or transitioning to pumping and bottle-feeding can help.
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