{"id":68,"date":"2023-06-13T12:40:57","date_gmt":"2023-06-13T12:40:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mightymolarspediatricdental.com\/blog\/?p=68"},"modified":"2023-08-21T20:19:08","modified_gmt":"2023-08-21T20:19:08","slug":"colic-lip-tongue-ties-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mightymolarspediatricdental.com\/blog\/colic-lip-tongue-ties-you\/","title":{"rendered":"Colic, Lip & Tongue Ties, & You<\/strong>"},"content":{"rendered":"
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It’s a word that causes even veteran parents to shudder: colic<\/em>. No amount of experience, patience, or knowledge can prepare someone for weeks or even months of late nights with a crying, screaming child that can’t seem to be comforted. While colic tends to resolve itself with time, it can often stem from an overlooked problem—such as discomfort due to a lip or tongue tie. Thankfully, getting this condition treated is relatively simple, and it could be the solution you and your child need to finally relax and get some sleep!<\/p>

What Exactly is Colic?<\/h2>

Colic is characterized by an infant having extended bouts of crying for seemingly no reason that can last anywhere from a few weeks to a few months. It is what is known as a “diagnosis of exclusion,” in that a child will only be diagnosed with colic after <\/em>any other potential issue has been ruled out. Unfortunately, parents are often told to wait it out, as it usually resolves itself naturally.<\/p>

How Lip & Tongue Ties Can Cause Colic Symptoms<\/h2>

Of course, many colicky babies don’t have colic at all, but rather something is going on that is making them extremely uncomfortable. For those with a lip or tongue tie (which means these oral tissues aren’t able to move like they should), they could simply be hungry because the conditions often prevent normal feeding. They also cause babies to accidentally swallow a lot of air when feeding, making them feel bloated.<\/p>

Signs of Lip & Tongue Tie<\/h2>