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A tongue tie, medically known as ankyloglossia, is a condition present at birth that affects how freely the tongue can move. While it may appear minor at first glance, restricted tongue movement can interfere with essential functions such as breastfeeding, speech development, swallowing, and oral hygiene. Understanding what causes a tongue tie begins with understanding… Continue reading

When it comes to treating lip and tongue ties, experience, technique, and comfort matter. At NYC Tongue Tie, Dr. Gregory Levitin has created a completely unique approach to tongue and lip tie release that is transforming patient care across the country. As a board-certified otolaryngologist–head and neck surgeon, Dr. Levitin has performed more than 2,500… Continue reading

As a parent, you want to give your child every advantage for a healthy, confident smile. While baby teeth may seem temporary, the way the lips, tongue, and gums develop can have lasting effects on your child’s oral health and facial development. One common but often overlooked condition that can impact both appearance and function… Continue reading

Most people associate tongue tie (also called ankyloglossia) with babies who have trouble breastfeeding. But what many don’t realize is that undiagnosed tongue tie can persist into adulthood, causing a wide range of frustrating symptoms—often without you even knowing the root cause. At NYC Tongue Tie, Dr. Gregory Levitin, a board-certified otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon,… Continue reading

Breastfeeding is meant to be a natural, nurturing experience, but for many mothers, it becomes a source of stress and pain. If your infant struggles to latch, feeds constantly but never seems satisfied, or if you’re experiencing cracked or painful nipples, the cause may be something simple but often overlooked: tongue tie. At NYC Tongue… Continue reading

As parents, we all want our children to have bright, healthy smiles. However, sometimes an issue as simple as a tongue or lip tie can have a profound effect on the development of that smile. Dr. Gregory Levitin, MD, FACS, is a board-certified Otolaryngologist-Head and Neck Surgeon at NYC Tongue Tie. He explores how these… Continue reading

If your child or you have been diagnosed with a tongue tie (ankyloglossia), you may be wondering whether insurance will cover the cost of a tongue tie release procedure. At NYC Tongue Tie, led by renowned Otolaryngologist-Head and Neck Surgeon Dr. Gregory Levitin, we’re committed to making this important treatment accessible and affordable for families… Continue reading

If your baby is crying excessively, arching during feeds, spitting up frequently, or constantly seems unsettled, the first assumption many pediatricians make is infant reflux. While acid reflux is common, it’s also one of the most frequently over-diagnosed conditions in infants, especially when the real culprit may be something less obvious but highly treatable: tongue… Continue reading

If you’ve ever found yourself tossing and turning at night, unable to drift into a deep sleep, you may have considered various reasons behind your restless nights—stress, noise or even the comfort of your mattress. But what if the culprit is more physical, like a tongue or lip tie? Let’s explore what tongue and lip… Continue reading

Many adults have lived their entire lives with a tongue tie without ever realizing it. Often dismissed as a minor quirk or simply “just the way your tongue moves,” this small band of tissue under the tongue—known as the lingual frenulum—can have a much bigger impact on daily life than most people realize. At NYC… Continue reading