Diagnosis of ankyloglossia in newborns: is there any difference related to the screening method?

Purpose: To diagnose ankyloglossia in newborns and compare two lingual frenulum assessment instruments.

Methods: This cross-sectional study was carried out in Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil, in 2018, with 147 mothers/newborns aged up to 30 days. The Bristol Tongue Assessment Tool and the Lingual Frenulum Evaluation Protocol for Infants were the instruments used.

Is the Occurrence of Ankyloglossia in Newborns Associated with Breastfeeding Difficulties?

Ankyloglossia is characterized by abnormal tongue movements that can possibly interfere with breastfeeding due to incorrect latching, pain, nipple fissure, and ineffective suction. To determine the prevalence of ankyloglossia in newborns and its association with exclusive breastfeeding and early breastfeeding difficulties. This is an analytical cross-sectional study conducted in seven public maternity hospitals in the city of Recife, PE, Brazil.