A lip tie is a condition where the skin of the upper lip is attached to the gums in a way that prevents lip movement and makes breastfeeding difficult for babies. It occurs when the labial frenulum, which is the piece of tissue that attaches the upper lip to the gums, is very tight or short. Here are some details about lip tie in babies:

Symptoms:

• Difficulty moving the upper lip
• Difficulty breastfeeding
• Poor weight gain or transfer of milk during a breastfeeding session
• Development of jaundice
• Tooth decay in children
• Trouble eating some foods

Treatment:

• Lip-ties often improve on their own as a child gets older, and theres no good evidence that surgery to correct lip-ties is needed.
• If a baby does not have difficulty breastfeeding and nursing is not painful for the breastfeeding woman, there is no reason to treat a lip tie.
• If a baby is having trouble latching and breastfeeding, a lip tie could be a contributing factor, and a pediatrician may recommend releasing it through a surgical procedure called a frenectomy.

It is important to note that lip tie is a difference in anatomy and not a disease or a symptom of a serious problem. If you are concerned about your babys lip tie, you can talk to your babys doctor or a lactation consultant for advice.