Referrals for tie evaluation and release procedure
(Tongue, Lip, Cheek Ties)
It’s extremely important to have a functional evaluation first, and when it’s time to go to someone for an evaluation and/or procedure you want to see someone with a wealth of experience and who really understands the full scope of this topic (much more about this in my blog posts - Part I and Part II).
Here are good questions to consider when choosing a provider. And, if you hear of another provider, let me know because the people on this list are well vetted - I have a lot of experience with them, and have seen excellent care.
Amy Schecter, MD and IBCLC/Breastfeeding Medicine Specialist in West Caldwell NJ.
Has lactation consultants in the office to help at the same time. In-network with Aetna.
Scott Siegel, MD and Dentist in New York City and Long Island.
Runs a Center for Tethered Oral Tissues
Has done many research studies related to TOTs
Paul Bahn, Dentist in Philadelphia, PA
All of them have very informative websites - please look around for more info on ties, their practices and more.
They vary by insurance, the tool they use (laser or scissor), whether they let you be in the room during a procedure, etc. I’m happy to share what I know about these topics.
They all offer same day procedure as consultation, but also offer consultation-only visits.