Tongue tie (also known as ankyloglossia) is often diagnosed in babies and children, but many adults live with it unknowingly. If you struggle with speech, jaw pain, neck tension, or restricted tongue movement, a tongue tie might be the cause.
At Pain Free Dentist Sydney, we assess and treat adult tongue tie with a gentle, scissor-based release technique—no lasers, no unnecessary discomfort.
✨ Common Symptoms of Adult Tongue Tie
Difficulty moving the tongue side to side or sticking it out
Speech difficulties or mumbling
Ongoing jaw or neck tension
Clicking jaws or TMJ issues
Problems swallowing or eating certain foods
Mouth breathing or snoring
Headaches and facial tightness
Receding gums due to tongue pressure on teeth
Many adults don’t realise their symptoms are connected to restricted tongue movement—until it’s released.
🔍 How Is Adult Tongue Tie Treated?
We offer scissor-based functional tongue tie release—a fast, precise method performed in our dental clinic. We always refer to myofunctional therapy before or after release when necessary, to ensure proper healing and tongue function.
This is a safe, simple procedure performed under local anaesthetic with minimal downtime.
🦷 Gentle, Holistic Care at Pain Free Dentist Sydney
We don’t just look at teeth—we look at the whole body. Adult tongue tie can affect your posture, jaw development, and sleep. Our team works with trusted health professionals (e.g. physiotherapists, myofunctional therapists) to support your long-term wellness.
📍 570 New Canterbury Rd, Hurlstone Park, NSW 2193
📞 Call: (02) 9558 8988
🌐 Learn more: www.painfreedentistsydney.com.au