Both patients were referred to @tonguetie_surrey for a tongue tie consultation. One is definitely a tongue tie and the other is a normal frenum. In both cases however there were some feeding issues.

What does a consultation with one of our specialist oral surgeons look like?

Using loupes, the surgeon has a good view of the baby’s oral cavity. They will review all structures and assess tongue motility using PEEL assessment techniques.

It is vital that whichever practitioner you end up choosing to see, diagnoses tongue tie accurately, otherwise the outcome of surgery will be limited.

Releasing a normal frenum will likely not lead to increased tongue motility and therefore impact feeding.

Our surgeons @tonguetie_surrey will be able to ascertain the cause of feeding difficulty when tongue tie is ruled out and support you. It is vital you see a practitioner who only carries out releases where it is indicated, as every procedure has risks.

If you have any feeding issues, contact the team today for advice.