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Strengthening the Mother-Baby Bond Through Improved Breastfeeding- Tongue and Lip Tie Revision in Nursing Infants

    Primary Author(s)

  • Michael T. Virts

    Diplomate, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
    Mt. Airy Children's Dental Associates
    University of Maryland School of Dentistry
    Mt. Airy, Maryland

 

Learning Objectives:

  • Identify maternal and infant signs and symptoms that a lip and/or tongue restriction may be affecting the quality of nursing or bottle feeding.
  • Recognize when referral to an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant or other specialist is indicated prior to surgical treatment.
  • Appreciate that tongue and lip tie revision surgery, when done safely, appropriately, and conservatively, can significantly enhance the infant's quality of life, mother-baby bond, and more.