For Healthcare Providers
Specialized tongue tie and airway treatment from the Florida Tongue Tie & Pediatric Airway Center
LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR APPROACH
Tongue ties and pediatric airway disorders require specialized assessment and treatment. At the Florida Tongue Tie & Pediatric Airway Center in Boca Raton, we work collaboratively with healthcare providers across South Florida to ensure patients receive comprehensive, coordinated care.
Whether you're a pediatrician, lactation consultant, speech therapist, or another specialist, we're here to support your patients and keep you informed every step of the way.
Specialized Expertise You Can Trust
The Florida Tongue Tie & Pediatric Airway Center is a specialty program within Kids United Pediatric Dentistry, dedicated exclusively to tongue tie release and airway treatment. Here's what sets us apart:
Board-Certified Specialists
Our team includes board-certified pediatric dentists with advanced training in tongue tie release, airway assessment, and CO2 laser procedures.
CO2 Laser Technology
We use state-of-the-art CO2 laser technology for precise, minimally invasive releases with faster healing and lower reattachment rates compared to scissors or scalpel methods.
Comprehensive Functional Assessment
We don't just look at the tie. We assess the full impact on feeding, speech, breathing, sleep, and development to ensure treatment is appropriate and effective.
Proven Track Record
With over 5,000 successful procedures performed, we have the experience and outcomes that give both providers and patients confidence in our care.
Collaborative Approach
We believe in team-based care. We communicate directly with referring providers, provide detailed reports, and coordinate with lactation consultants, speech therapists, myofunctional therapists, and other specialists to support complete recovery and optimal function.
When to refer
Here are common signs that may warrant a referral to the Florida Tongue Tie & Pediatric Airway Center:
For Pediatricians:
- Difficulty breastfeeding or bottle feeding in newborns
- Poor weight gain or failure to thrive
- Frequent reflux or colic symptoms
- Snoring, mouth breathing, or sleep disturbances
- Behavioral issues or difficulty concentrating
- Chronic mouth breathing or open mouth posture
For Lactation Consultants:
- Poor latch despite positioning corrections
- Clicking, sliding off breast, or shallow latch
- Inadequate milk transfer or low supply concerns
- Maternal nipple pain, damage, or compression
- Prolonged feeding times without satisfaction
- Baby seems frustrated or exhausted at breast
For Speech-Language Pathologists:
- Articulation errors not improving with therapy
- Limited tongue range of motion (elevation, lateralization, protrusion)
- Difficulty with specific sounds (L, R, T, D, S, Z, TH)
- Tongue thrust or reverse swallow pattern
- Difficulty managing food bolus or oral phase dysphagia
For OTs, PTs, and Chiropractors:
- Oral motor dysfunction affecting feeding
- Body tension, torticollis, or asymmetry in infants
- Head and neck tension patterns
- Inability to achieve or maintain midline
- Compensatory movement patterns
For Orthodontists and Dentists:
- Narrow or high-arched palate
- Anterior open bite or crossbite
- Crowded dentition despite adequate space
- Chronic mouth breathing affecting facial development
- Need for airway-focused orthodontic treatment
For Sleep Specialists and ENTs:
- Pediatric snoring or suspected sleep apnea
- Mouth breathing affecting sleep quality
- Tonsillar hypertrophy with concurrent tongue restriction
- Complex airway cases requiring multidisciplinary care
What happens after you refer
When you refer a patient to the Florida Tongue Tie & Pediatric Airway Center, we perform a comprehensive functional assessment and provide clear communication throughout the treatment process. We evaluate tongue and lip mobility, assess the impact on feeding, speech, breathing, and sleep, and discuss treatment options.
If a release is indicated, we use CO2 laser technology and provide detailed aftercare instructions, including post-procedure exercises. We keep referring providers informed with detailed reports and coordinate ongoing care with lactation consultants, speech therapists, and other specialists as needed.
Our Process:
- Initial Assessment: Comprehensive evaluation typically within 1-2 weeks of referral
- Treatment & Communication: CO2 laser release with same-day provider notification and detailed treatment report
- Follow-Up & Coordination: Post-procedure check-in with ongoing communication to support continued therapy
The Florida Tongue Tie & Pediatric Airway Center is part of Kids United Pediatric Dentistry.
Serving families across Palm Beach, Broward, and South Florida.
Boca Raton, FL
8903 Glades Road
Suite D-4
Boca Raton, FL 33434
561.483.9334
