The National Tongue Tie Centre, a leading provider of medical and therapeutic services for oral restrictions, has launched its educational platform – the Tongue Tie Toolbox. The toolbox is a comprehensive collection of courses to help educate healthcare professionals in identifying and addressing the needs of patients with oral dysfunctions.
Co-directors of the National Tongue Tie Centre and creators of the Tongue Tie Toolbox, Dr Justin and Kate Roche, have worked with tongue ties for 20 years and are at the forefront of treatment for the condition.
Commenting on the new initiative, Ms Roche said: “As awareness of tongue tie grows, professionals are being asked to advise their patients without adequate training in this subject. The training that we are offering will help professionals better understand the condition and improve patient outcomes in the long run.”
The first course will focus on equipping lactation consultants and therapists who work with infants with an understanding of when to suspect a tongue tie and a comprehensive set of treatment techniques when tongue tie has been diagnosed.
Throughout the year, more courses will be introduced, including modules tailored to provide surgical insights and further therapy, as well as dedicated sessions for infants, children, and adults.
In addition to the formal courses, the centre will foster an ongoing community through its monthly online live discussions: ‘Tie talk: Comprehensive care conversations’. These sessions will feature expert-led discussions on case studies with founders Justin and Kate Roche. They will provide opportunities for healthcare professionals to share insights and experiences and build a platform for advancing collaborative care.
More information about the National Tongue Tie Centre is available at: www.tonguet.ie/.
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