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Raymond J Tseng1,2,3, Jessica Altemara2, Sharon Smart1
1School of Allied Health, Curtin University, Perth, Western Australia, Australia.
Tethered oral tissues, like lip tie and tongue tie (ankyloglossia), can impact breastfeeding. Surgical release of these ties significantly improved infant feeding symptoms, with differential symptom resolution noted after labial and lingual frenectomy.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Lactation Medicine
- Surgical Case Study
Background:
- Breastfeeding is crucial for infant health and bonding.
- Tethered oral tissues, including lip tie and tongue tie (ankyloglossia), can impede breastfeeding.
- This case study examines symptom resolution following surgical intervention for these conditions.
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