Does ankyloglossia run in families?

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  1. Ankyloglossia (tongue-tie) does run in families. If your parents were born with ankyloglossia, you are more likely to be born with it as well. If you have brothers or sisters with the condition, your chances of having it also go up.

    Ankyloglossia (tongue-tie) does run in families. If your parents were born with ankyloglossia, you are more likely to be born with it as well. If you have brothers or sisters with the condition, your chances of having it also go up. More
  2. Dr. Diana Blythe
     

    Ankyloglossia, or tongue-tie, runs in families. Children who have siblings with ankyloglossia or a parent with the condition are more likely to have it. There is no way to prevent it, but usually it can be fixed without much problem. Ask your pediatrician if you have concerns.

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    Ankyloglossia, or tongue-tie, runs in families. Children who have siblings with ankyloglossia or a parent with the condition are more likely to have it. There is no way to prevent it, but usually it can be fixed without much problem. Ask your... More