The connection between the upper lip and the gums may be caused by abnormal development of the upper lip tie, or it may be caused by teething.
1. Abnormal development of the upper lip tie: If the upper lip tie of an infant is congenitally underdeveloped, with short or low attachment, it may cause the upper lip to be connected to the gums, which can be corrected by tongue tie hypertrophy repair or tongue tie shortening correction.
2. Teething: When babies start teething, the upper lip may become attached to the gums as the teeth erupt. This connection usually improves when the other teeth come in. However, if the connection between the upper lip and the gums does not improve after the teeth have erupted, the infant should be examined for maxillary problems.
If an infant has a condition where the upper lip is connected to the gums, it is important to go to the hospital for an examination to determine the cause of the problem and to begin treatment as soon as possible to prevent the symptoms from worsening and causing other physical problems.