Be a “Tongue Tie Detective!": How to identify a tongue tie and its impact on functioning

Speaker: Susie Appleman, MACCC-SLP, COM®

Course Description

So you think there’s a tongue tie...now what?  Become a “Tongue Tie Detective!”  This session will explore how to assess tongue ties based on function rather than appearance.  Outcomes include what to look for when identifying a tie; how to identify the 4 different types of ties; and how to explain results of the assessment to the client and/or parents.   

Learning Outcomes

Participants will be able to:

1. Identify how to look for a tongue tie and the different types
2. Describe how to explain results to client and/or parents
3. Identify the next steps after determining that the tie is an issue.

Agenda 

15 min  What to look for when diagnosing a tongue tie

10 min  Explain that there are 4 different types of ties

15 min  Videos and Case Studies

10 min  How to explain results to a reluctant client and/or parent

10 min  The referral process and our role in continuation of care

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