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The Current Understanding of Tongue-Tie: Review of the Research
- Speaker: Sharon Smart , PhD, BSc, PGCert Higher Education Innovative Learning, CPSP, FHEA
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- Duration: 60 Mins
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Abstract:
Ankylofrenula including ankyloglossia (tongue tie) remains a highly debated condition across pediatric healthcare, with ongoing uncertainty on assessment, diagnosis, management, and potential future issues. Over the past decade, expanding research has challenged traditional anatomical definitions, questioned earlier outcome assumptions, and highlighted the importance of functional assessment and interdisciplinary care.
This presentation provides a critical review of contemporary peer reviewed research examining the anatomy, classification, assessment, and management of tongue tie across infancy and early childhood. Current evidence regarding associations with feeding, speech, oral motor function, and caregiver experience will be examined. Methodological strengths and limitations within the literature will be explored, including variability in diagnostic criteria, outcome measures, and study design.
The session will synthesize recent systematic reviews, cohort studies, and practice guidelines to clarify what is currently supported by evidence, where uncertainty remains, and how research findings translate into ethical, family centred clinical decision making. Implications for clinical practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, and future research priorities will be discussed to support attendees in navigating this complex and evolving field using evidence informed frameworks.
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The Current Understanding of Tongue-Tie: Review of the Research
Ankylofrenula including ankyloglossia (tongue tie) remains a highly debated condition across pediatric healthcare, with ongoing uncertainty on assessment, diagnosis, management, and potential future issues. Over the past decade, expanding research has challenged traditional anatomical definitions, questioned earlier outcome assumptions, and highlighted the importance of functional assessment and interdisciplinary care.
This presentation provides a critical review of contemporary peer reviewed research examining the anatomy, classification, assessment, and management of tongue tie across infancy and early childhood. Current evidence regarding associations with feeding, speech, oral motor function, and caregiver experience will be examined. Methodological strengths and limitations within the literature will be explored, including variability in diagnostic criteria, outcome measures, and study design.
The session will synthesize recent systematic reviews, cohort studies, and practice guidelines to clarify what is currently supported by evidence, where uncertainty remains, and how research findings translate into ethical, family centred clinical decision making. Implications for clinical practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, and future research priorities will be discussed to support attendees in navigating this complex and evolving field using evidence informed frameworks.
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