Services & Specialties
Complex Speech and Tongue Tie Clinic

The Complex Speech and Tongue Tie Clinic at Cincinnati Children’s provides nationally renowned care for children ages 2 and older with tongue tie and other oral ties.

Ella Johnson, 5, of Corbin, Ky., smiles, Monday, Sept. 16, 2024, at the Cancer & Blood Diseases Institute Research in Cincinnati Children’s.

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Answers on Tongue and Other Oral Ties When You Need Them Most

Getting an accurate diagnosis for tongue tie and other oral ties can be difficult. The process is likely to leave you with many questions. Our experts help you get answers, and the right treatment for your child. With a thorough exam, evaluation and individualized care, we provide peace of mind for you and a better quality of life for them.

Why Choose the Complex Speech and Tongue Tie Clinic?

We provide unified diagnosis and treatment recommendations for children 2 years and older from a team of ENT, speech therapy and audiology specialists.
Our team offers expert second opinions, explaining your child’s diagnosis so it’s easier for you to make informed care decisions.
We offer personalized treatment to address your child’s unique needs, whether that’s surgery, speech therapy or both.

More About the Complex Speech and Tongue Tie Clinic

Diagnosis and Treatment Plan in a Single Visit

Our nationally-recognized ear, nose and throat (ENT) doctors, speech-language pathologists, and hearing specialists work together to assess your child. Our experts provide a diagnosis and treatment plan to help you move forward with confidence.

Whole-Child Care

We develop a personalized plan for your child’s tongue tie (ankyloglossia), upper lip tie or cheek tie (buccal). Oral ties can impact many areas of life, and there's no one-size-fits-all solution. So we address how the condition affects nutrition, growth, development and more.

Trusted by Parents Like You

Our providers actively engage with and support parents and caregivers at every step of care. Every day we give every patient our best—the best treatment options, pediatric specialists and collaboration—to achieve their best possible outcomes. That’s why patients and families rate Cincinnati Children’s 4.5 out of 5 stars for patient experience.

There is nothing more important or precious than the health of a child. It’s a great honor and privilege to care for children. Clear, open-ended communication is essential, and I encourage families to ask questions and be involved in their child's medical care so they can have a positive experience as an advocate for their child.

Ashley Soaper, MD

Pediatric Otolaryngologist, Division of Pediatric Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery

Conditions We Treat

Services & SpecialtiesComplex Speech and Tongue Tie Clinic