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From Evaluation to Aftercare: A Pediatrician's Perspective on Tongue-Tie Care

• Speaker: Dr. Rajeev Agarwal , MD
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• Duration: 795 Mins
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Abstract:

Frenectomy can help with the breastfeeding dysfunction that is associated with ankyloglossia. Successful return to breastfeeding and improvement of symptoms for the dyad is the goal of the procedure. The procedure can cause significant anxiety in parents who often resort to reaching out on social media and getting inadequate and incorrect information. Appropriate medical and lactation evaluation is important for patient selection to ensure both medical appropriateness of the procedure and family readiness. Once the decision is made with input from both the physician and lactation professionals, pre and post procedure information and support plays a vital role in the success of the procedure. Learn more about what should be taken into consideration when deciding if and when to proceed with frenectomy, pre-fenectomy preparation of the family and post-frenectomy management and support.