my 6-month-old baby has tongue tie and I'm not sure if we should do the release surgery now or wait a bit longer is general anesthesia safe for such a small baby what are the risks both short and long term if we go ahead with the procedure

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It's understandable to be concerned about tongue-tie release surgery for your 6-month-old baby. While the procedure is generally safe, especially for infants, it's crucial to weigh the potential benefits and risks with your pediatrician or a specialist like an ENT or pediatric dentist. General anesthesia is also safe for infants, but it's a factor to consider in the overall decision

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