Clinical Reference

The Role of the SLP in Tongue Tie Assessment – Release Recommendations and Recovery

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Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages

Population:

Pediatric

Discipline:

SLP

Diagnosis:

Articulation and PhonologyFeeding and Swallowing

References:

  • Bhandarkar, K. P., Dar, T., Karia, L., & Upadhyaya, M. (2022). Post frenotomy massage for Ankyloglossia in infants—does it improve breastfeeding and reduce recurrence? Maternal and Child Health Journal, 26(8), 1727–1731.

This is a quick, brief snapshot of the role an SLP can play in a tongue tie assessment in regards to recommendations and recovery from a release. This printable clinical reference is for speech-language pathologists working with pediatric patients, covering Articulation and Phonology and Feeding and Swallowing. Print Resource, US Letter, 2 pages. Members can view and print it.

Use this resource when a patient, family, or colleague asks:

  • How do I assess tongue tie as an SLP?
  • When should I recommend referral for tongue tie release?
  • How do I support feeding and speech after tongue tie release?

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