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Lingual Frenotomy in Breastfeeding Infants: An Umbrella Review. [PDF]
Int J Paediatr DentABSTRACT Background Clinical diagnosis of ankyloglossia and its therapeutic management through lingual frenotomy (LF) have increased in several countries. However, systematic reviews (SRs) and experts opinions show conflicting results on this topic.
da Silva BV +4 more
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The effects of frenotomy on breastfeeding [PDF]
Journal of Applied Oral Science, 2015 Although the interference of tongue-tie with breastfeeding is a controversial subject, The use of lingual frenotomy has been widely indicated by health professionals.To observe changes in breastfeeding patterns after lingual frenotomy concerning the number of sucks, pause length between groups of sucking and mother's complaints.Oral yes/no questions ...
MARTINELLI, Roberta Lopes de Castro +4 more
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Influence of frenotomy on breastfeeding in newborns with ankyloglossia [PDF]
CoDAS, 2021 ABSTRACT Purpose: evaluate the influence of frenotomy on the breastfeeding of newborns diagnosed with ankyloglossia. Methods: this is an intervention study performed with 50 newborns diagnosed with ankyloglossia. It was conducted in three stages: diagnosis, intervention and reassessment.
Lima, Anna Letícia Xavier de +1 more
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The Effectiveness of Frenotomy on Speech in Adults [PDF]
Applied Sciences, 2021 There is no publication concerning tongue-tie (TT) in adults, surprisingly. It is generally known that TT is mainly diagnosed in newborns and infants. It seems unlikely that TT does not cause functional disorders in adults, especially considering that TT has been present in organism since childhood.
Anna Lichnowska, Marcin Kozakiewicz
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Frenotomy: from assessment to surgical intervention [PDF]
Revista CEFAC, 2021 ABSTRACT The objective of this study was to demonstrate that frenotomy can help improve breastfeeding, tongue movement, and the mother’s comfort, if the assessment criteria are respected and the infant’s function and age are observed. Frenotomy was performed on two babies with breastfeeding difficulties who came to CEPAE - Center for Research and ...
Jamille Silva Nogueira +2 more
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Evaluation protocol for frenotomy
Pediatria Polska, 2023 With the growing interest in the topic of ankyloglossia and the increasing number of frenotomies performed, the need to develop a uniform protocol for clinical management and to define objective indications for the procedure is becoming urgent. This paper presents an interdisciplinary proposal for a procedure for evaluating the indication for frenotomy,
Małgorzata Barbara Gwóźdź-Jezierska +1 more
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Frenotomy for tongue-tie in newborn infants
International Journal of Nursing Studies, 2019 Tongue-tie (ankylglossia) occurs when there is an anterior attachment near the tip of the tongue resulting in restricted tongue movement. It is reported to be a cause of poor breastfeeding in infants and nipple pain in breastfeeding mothers.The objectives of the study were to determine whether frenotomy is safe and effective in improving ability to ...
Jill Campbell
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Feeding Issues in Infants Referred for Frenotomy. [PDF]
CureusThe diagnosis of ankyloglossia has increased significantly around the world over the last decade. Frenotomy is indicated in infants with ankyloglossia to improve breastfeeding, although there is little scientific evidence of its efficacy. The purpose of this study is to evaluate whether infants being referred for frenotomy had feeding issues prior to ...
Rosi-Schumacher M +6 more
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Surgical frenotomy in infants with ankyloglossia. [PDF]
Can Fam PhysicianFinley CR +3 more
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Frenotomy for tongue-tie in newborn infants [PDF]
Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2014 Tongue-tie, or ankyloglossia, is a condition whereby the lingual frenulum attaches near the tip of the tongue and may be short, tight and thick. Tongue-tie is present in 4% to 11% of newborns. Tongue-tie has been cited as a cause of poor breastfeeding and maternal nipple pain.
Joyce E, O'Shea +6 more
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