In this episode, board-certified pediatric dentist Dr. Brian Hatch shares his journey into pediatric dentistry and his focus on oral ties. He discusses the importance of recognizing educational gaps, the value of collaborative care teams, and why assessing oral function is essential before recommending treatment. Dr. Hatch emphasizes the ripple effects of untreated oral ties on overall health and advocates for individualized, patient-centered care.<h3>Key Takeaways</h3><ul><li>Oral ties can affect feeding, speech, and airway health.</li><li>Not all ties are restrictive or require surgery - therapy may be beneficial.</li><li>Collaboration among healthcare professionals is essential for optimal outcomes.</li><li>Assessing function before treatment helps guide appropriate care.</li><li>Education and continued learning are crucial for both providers and parents.</li><li>Individualized care addresses each patient’s unique needs and supports long-term health.</li></ul> Dr. Brian Hatch is a<a href="https://www.abpd.org/general-public/find-board-certified-dentist?name=brian+hatch&country=USA&city=&statelist=&statetext=&zip=&ziprange=25" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> board-certified</a> pediatric dentist passionate about improving oral function and overall well-being for patients of all ages. Over the last several years, he has developed a focused expertise in oral ties and their impact on oral function, speech, feeding, and airway health.You can find him here: <a href="http://oraltiecenter.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">oraltiecenter.com</a>Special thanks to our episode sponsor - OI Tape. Check them out at <a href="https://tongue-tie-experts.captivate.fm/oi-tape" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">OITape.com</a> and use coupon code TONGUETIE20 to save 20% off all products.More From Tongue Tie Experts:To learn more, download freebies, and for the links mentioned in the episode, including our popular course, Understanding Milk Supply for Medical and Birth Professionals, click here: <a href="http://www.tonguetieexperts.net/Links" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.tonguetieexperts.net/Links</a>Use code PODCAST15 for 15% off all of our offerings.A gentle disclaimer. Please do not consider anything discussed on this podcast, by myself or any guest of the podcast, to be medical advice. The information is provided for educational purposes only and does not take the place of your own medical or lactation provider.Mentioned in this episode:<a href="https://tongue-tie-experts.captivate.fm/oi-tape">OI Tape</a>

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