In this episode of Parents of Mouth Breathers, I talk about the overlooked issue of tongue tie and its potential long-term effects on children's health.
Drawing from personal experiences with my two sons, I discusses the different manifestations and consequences of tongue tie, including feeding difficulties, sleep apnea, and mouth breathing.
I highlights the challenges in getting proper diagnosis and treatment within the NHS and shares insights from medical professionals on the impact of untreated tongue tie on airway development and overall well-being. I encourages parents to trust their instincts and seek help from private practitioners if necessary.
Timestamps
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast00:09 Understanding Tongue Tie01:34 Personal Experiences with Tongue Tie03:10 Challenges with the Healthcare System05:45 The Second Son's Struggles09:26 Seeking Private Treatment15:52 The Eldest Son's Procedure17:45 Unexpected Complications24:24 Final Thoughts and Advice
Referenced Studies
Want to dive deeper into the research mentioned in this episode? Here are some of the clinical sources that informed my journey and this conversation:
– Guilleminault et al. (2016): Short lingual frenulum linked to sleep apnoea
– Baxter & Hughes (2017): Posterior tongue tie and sleep
– D’Onofrio (2019): Tongue posture and facial growth
– Hang (2007): The airway-focused orthodontic perspective
– Yoon et al. (2017): Frenuloplasty and OSA symptom relief in children
– Guilleminault et al. (2014): Mouth breathing and dentofacial development
