Pediatric Speech Therapy for Tongue Tie
in Charlotte & Huntersville, NC
Is your child’s tongue tie making it difficult for them to speak clearly? Or is your child hard to understand, even though their tongue tie was surgically released as a baby?
At Little Wonders Pediatric Therapy, our licensed speech therapists help children with tongue tie build the oral strength and coordination needed for clearer speech and more confident communication.
What Is a Tongue Tie?
A tongue tie, also known as ankyloglossia, occurs when the thin piece of tissue under the tongue, called the frenulum, is shorter, tighter, or thicker than usual. In infants, a tongue tie is often first noticed due to feeding challenges. Later, as children begin developing speech, a tongue tie can affect how clearly they can produce sounds or coordinate tongue movements for speech.
A tongue tie is present at birth and can range from mild to more noticeable. In some cases, it is surgically released to improve tongue movement. Even after a release, some children may still benefit from speech therapy to support clearer, more confident communication.
How Can a Tongue Tie Affect Your Child’s Speech?
Children with a tongue tie may face several challenges related to speech and language development. These may include:
- Having difficulty producing sounds such as “tuh,” “duh,” “luh,” or “ruh”
- Speaking with a lisp
- Struggling with early feeding challenges that may later affect speech muscle strength
- Having trouble moving the tongue quickly or smoothly during speech
- Feeling frustrated or less confident during communication
How Speech Therapy Helps Children with Tongue Tie
At Little Wonders Pediatric Therapy, our pediatric speech therapists treat your child with play-based therapy designed around your child’s age, interests, and communication goals.
Speech therapy for tongue tie may focus on:
- Helping your child move their tongue more easily during speech
- Practicing clearer pronunciation through playful, guided activities
- Building better awareness of how the mouth moves when talking
- Encouraging confidence through positive, motivating practice
Why Choose Little Wonders Pediatric Therapy
Since 2000, Little Wonders Pediatric Therapy has supported children in the Charlotte and Huntersville areas with speech challenges related to tongue tie and oral coordination. We take time to evaluate how your child’s tongue movement affects their speech and create individualized therapy plans focused on improving clarity, coordination, and confidence. We also work closely with families and, when appropriate, other providers to ensure your child receives thoughtful, well-rounded support as their communication skills grow.
Insurance Information
At Little Wonders Pediatric Therapy, we understand the importance of accessibility and affordability when it comes to your child’s healthcare. We are pleased to accept a variety of insurance plans to help cover the cost of pediatric therapy services, including:
United Healthcare of North Carolina
Partners Alliance
Don't See Your Insurance Plan Listed?
If you do not see your insurance plan listed above, don’t worry! Insurance networks can vary, and we are constantly expanding our list of accepted plans. Please contact our office to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.
Reach Out Today to Get Started
If your child is experiencing speech difficulties due to a tongue tie, we’d love to help them speak more clearly. Call Little Wonders Pediatric Therapy at (704) 752-1616, email info@littlewonderstherapy.com, or fill out our online form to schedule an evaluation.