For old children and adults with tongue-ties, we perform a functional frenuloplasty (sutures are used to stitch up the tongue). Myofunctional therapy is a pre and post procedure requisite. We have an in-house myofunctional therapist and we also work with several out-of-town therapists.
A team approach is required for your care.
Please contact us if you need help finding a supporting or referring health practitioner or if you would like to book a consultation with us.
Tongue-Tie
What is it?
A congenital condition that restricts the tongue's function and/or range of motion. An unusually short, thick or tight band of tissue (lingual frenulum) tethers the tongue to the floor of the mouth.
Myofunctional Therapy
What is it?
Myofunctional therapy is like physiotherapy for the tongue, face and mouth muscles. The goals of therapy are: Nasal Breathing, Lip Seal, Correct Tongue Posture, and Correct Swallowing Pattern.
We work with nearly all ages, starting as young as 2-3 years old in some cases.
Dr. Bouwmeester uses a CO2 Laser to optimize the surgery and minimize: pain, bleeding, inflammation and healing time. Local anesthetic is used for this procedure.
Dr. Bouwmeester has completed extensive continuing education in this area. Including:
MyoMentor 12 week myofuntional therapy training program
Pediatric Dental Sleep Medicine Mini-Residency: Tufts university in Boston
Functional Approach to Sleep Medicine/Frenuloplasty: The Breathe Institute
