In this episode of the Tongue Experts podcast, Lisa Paladino interviews Dr. Sharon Smart, and Dr. Ray Tseng.

Dr. Sharon Smart and Dr. Ray Tseng, board members of ICAP and CIREAS, discuss the importance of interdisciplinary teamwork and evidence-based practices for treating tongue and oral ties. They emphasize the need for rigorous research and advocate for educating professionals about ttethered oral tissues. Both highlight the evolving field and encourage listeners to join ICAP and CIREAS to stay informed and support advancements in care.

To learn more (and join) ICAP, click here: https://icapprofessionals.com/

Dr. Ray Tseng is a pediatric dentist and owner of the NC Tongue Tie Center in Cary, North Carolina. He holds a DDS and PhD from The Ohio State University and completed post-doctoral research and pediatric specialty training at the University of North Carolina. Dr. Tseng has focused on tethered oral tissues (TOTs) for six years, conducting research and practice to build a strong evidence base in this field. He serves on the board of ICAP and chairs its scientific affairs committee, while also holding adjunct faculty positions at UNC and Curtin University.

Dr. Sharon Smart is a teaching and research academic at Curtin University, specializing in pediatric feeding disorders and tongue-tie. She is actively involved with ASTOT and serves as Vice Chair of ICAP, where she co-chairs CIREAS. Dr. Smart has collaborated on ICAP’s Position Statement and Practice Guidelines for Ankylofrenula Management, offering evidence-based recommendations for healthcare professionals worldwide.

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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.

What are IBCLCs Afraid of? Episode 364

In this conversation, Lisa Paladino discusses her experiences, as an IBCLC and Certified Nurse Midwife, with 35 years of experience, and the fears that come with this career.. She talks about the responsibility of not missing any medical problems or lactation issues, the fear of not being trusted or taken seriously, and the concern of giving care plans that may not work for families. Lisa emphasizes the importance of developing a rapport with the families and providing education and resources to build trust. She also shares a case study of a baby with a tongue tie to illustrate the decision-making process and the art and science of being an IBCLC.

Takeaways:

• Being an IBCLC is a high-pressure job with a lot of responsibility.
• IBCLCs fear missing medical problems or lactation issues and not being trusted or taken seriously.
• Developing a rapport with families and providing education and resources is crucial for building trust.
• Care plans should be tailored to the individual needs and capabilities of the families.
• The decision-making process as an IBCLC involves a combination of science and art.

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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.

This week's episode is a replay of our response to an article in the NY Times regarding tongue tie treatment. The article featured my colleague, Dr. Scott Siegel.

In this episode, which was recorded as an Instagram Live event, you'll hear more of the story including:

- My letter to the editor of the NY Times, which can be found here: https://www.tonguetieexperts.net/blog

- The motivation of Dr. Siegel agreeing to open his office to reporters.

- How Dr. Siegel feels about how his practice was portrayed.

- The research, practices, and patient experiences shared with the reporters that wasn't included in their story.

Dr. Siegel's website for more information: https://www.drscottsiegel.com/

I'd love to hear your thoughts on this. Email me @ Lisa@LisaPaladino.net

Thanks so much for listening and for being a part of the Tongue Tie Experts community.

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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: www.tonguetieexperts.net/Links

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.