Understanding Tongue Ties During the Holiday

Written By Lori Eckhardt

December is a beautiful time to slow down, honor tradition, and notice the small patterns that shape our daily lives.

This season, many families begin spotting signs of mouth breathing, restless sleep, or chewing challenges-often linked to tongue-tie concerns. ❄️

Just like a flickering Christmas light dimming an entire strand, a tongue tie can quietly affect breathing, sleep, chewing, and overall comfort.

🎁 What Is a Tongue Tie?

A tongue tie (ankyloglossia) happens when the tissue under the tongue is too tight or short, limiting movement.

This affects:

 🌬️ Breathing • 😴 Sleep • 🍴 Chewing • 💬 Speech •🦷 Facial growth

• When mobility is restricted, simple tasks become more difficult- like wrapping gifts with mittens on.

🎅🏻 Signs to Watch For

  • ❄️ Mouth breathing

  • 😴 Snoring or restless sleep

  • 🍗 Chewing struggles at holiday meal

  • 📸 Open-mouth posture in photos

  • 😣 Picky eating or gagging

  • 😬 Clenching or grinding

  • 🦷 Slow orthodontic progress

🎄How Myofunctional Therapy helps

Myofunctional therapy supports the tongue and facial muscles before and after a release

We focus on:

• 👅 Tongue posture

• 🌬️ Nasal breathing

• 💪 Strength & coordination

• 🍴 Chewing & swallowing patterns

It lays the foundation -just like a sturdy tree stand before the ornaments go up. 🌟

💛 CONSIDERING A TONGUE TIE?

If your child struggles with breathing, sleep, or eating this season, a tongue tie may be part of the picture. You're not alone, and answers are available.

🎁READY FOR A HEALTHIER START TO 2026?

Buffalo Myo is here to guide your family with warm, evidence-based care.

🎄Schedule a Consultation

✨ Helping Buffalo breathe easier, sleep deeper, and smile brighter.

Lori Eckhardt
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