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Exercises After Frenotomy: Outdated or Evidence-Based?

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Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages

Population:

Pediatric

Discipline:

SLP

Diagnosis:

Articulation and PhonologyFeeding and Swallowing

References:

  • Varadan, M., Chopra, A., Sanghavi, A. D., Sivaraman, K., & Gupta, K. (2019). Etiology and clinical recommendations to manage the complications following lingual frenectomy: A critical review. Journal of Stomatology, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, 120(6), 549-553.
  • Zaghi, S., Valcu-Pinkerton, S., Jabara, M., Norouz-Knutsen, L., Govardhan, C., & Moeller, J. (2019). Lingual frenuloplasty with myofunctional therapy: exploring safety and efficacy in 348 cases. Laryngoscope Investig Otolaryngol 2019; 4: 489-496. Otolaryngol Clin North Am, 52(5), 795-811.
  • Jaikumar, S., Srinivasan, L., Babu, S. K., Gandhimadhi, D., & Margabandhu, M. (2022). Laser-assisted frenectomy followed by post-operative tongue exercises in ankyloglossia: a report of two cases. Cureus, 14(3).
  • Smart, S., Grant, H., & Tseng, R. J. (2024). Beyond surgery: Pre‐and post‐operative care in children with ankyloglossia. International Journal of Paediatric Dentistry.
  • American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. (2022). Policy on management of the frenulum in pediatric patients. The Reference Manual of Pediatric Dentistry. Chicago, III: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, 80-5.
This resource provides an in-depth look at the role of post-frenotomy exercises, including the historical context, current controversies, and research on the effectiveness of these exercises across different age groups- infants, children, and adults. With a focus on evidence-based recommendations, this guide encourages patients and parents to make informed decisions in collaboration with their healthcare providers.
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