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NEW online learning opportunity with Dr. Pinto and The Breathe Institute village
WATCH VIDEOExpect To Learn:
Feeding, Feelings & Function
- Impact of Tongue-Ties
- How to Effectively Communicate with and Empower Parents
- Treatment Variables
- The Power of a Team Approach
- Tongue Function
- In Office Assessment
- Expectations & Frustrations
- The Aftercare Process
Course Agenda

INTRODUCTION / WHY WE ARE HERE: THE BIG PICTURE
Leyli Norouz-Knutsen, Dr. Chelsea Pinto
ANATOMY, NORMALCIES, AND ASSESSMENT
Dr. Chelsea Pinto
QUESTIONS / BREAK
Dr. Chelsea Pinto & TBI Team
ORAL-FACIAL DEVELOPMENT & IMPACT OF TONGUE FUNCTION...
Leyli Norouz-Knutsen, Dr. Chelsea Pinto
QUESTIONS / BREAK
Dr. Chelsea Pinto & TBI Team
BREASTFEEDING MECHANICS and BREASTFEEDING PANEL
Dr. Chelsea Pinto, Julie Matheney and TBI IBCLC Faculty
SUPPORTING MOMS POSTPARTUM & A HEALTHY SLEEP ENVIRONMENT
Sheri Poe and Jenni June
WHOLISTIC/INTEGRATIVE PEDIATRICS AND MIXED MESSAGING
Dr. Ana Virginia Kato & Dr. Chelsea Pinto
FUTURE DIRECTIONS : RESEARCH & EVIDENCE
Dr. Soroush Zaghi
CONSULTATION: STEP BY STEP
Dr. Chelsea Pinto
QUESTIONS / BREAK
Dr. Chelsea Pinto & TBI Team
FASCIA SYSTEM & BODYWORK PANEL
Lauren Brim, Sanda Valcu-Pinkerton (video), & TBI Faculty
QUESTIONS / BREAK
Dr. Chelsea Pinto & TBI Team
INFANT FRENECTOMY: STEP BY STEP LASER FUNDAMENTALS
Dr. Chelsea Pinto
CASE STUDIES, EXPECTATIONS & CHALLENGES
Dr. Chelsea Pinto
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT & CLOSING
Leyli Norouz-Knutsen, Chad Knutsen, Jen Rodriguez, Cullen GrayWhat are past attendees saying about the course?

Dr. Tara Griffin
“I thoroughly enjoyed the Infant Frenectomy Course last week with Dr Pinto and all of her supportive colleagues! Great content, collaboration and information!”

Dr. Sara Laflamme
“Honestly! I can't sit still! This is so great!”

Margaret Herre
“Thanks for “normalizing normal”, Dr. Pinto. I can’t stop thinking about how important that is for the field and for families to hear.”

Dr. Carley Odens
“Dr. Pinto - I wanted to thank you. I attended your virtual Breathe Baby course through the Breathe Institute last weekend. I am so grateful. I can't "unsee" the effects that a poor airway can have on growth and development both physically and mentally. I love dentistry but I think I've found a passion.”

Dr. Bridget Lervick
“I attended the Breathe Baby Course over the weekend and LOVED it! Thank you for so much content to help me learn more about this amazing way we can help our patients!”
Learning Objectives
Goal 1
Explore how to navigate a new path in infant tongue tie specialization.
Goal 2
Understand tongue function in relation to the breastfeeding mechanics, breathing, sleeping, chewing, swallowing and speaking.
Goal 3
Gain confidence in evaluation, diagnosing and treating tethered oral tissues. Learn how to support oral facial development during infancy and into toddlerhood.
Goal 4
Learn the complexities and variables of treatment and how to effectively communicate with and empower parents during postpartum and beyond.
Goal 5
How to create and learn with a professional support system to provide a comprehensive treatment approach for babies and parents.
Goal 6
Explore treatment variables and the power of a team approach. Review of best practices in building a collaborative referral network. Discover the importance of infant bodywork therapy: approaches and application.
Goal 7
Discuss the importance of release timing, wound care and follow-up protocol.
New to Infant Tongue Tie?
Here’s what some of the families had to say about their experience with Dr. Pinto...


“Dr. Pinto truly saved the day! After seeing multiple lactation consultants with no improvement we were finally referred to her for a lip and tongue tie. My son was 8 weeks old at the time and I was so hesitant, but we decided to go through with the procedure. It was so quick and my son latched on right away after. Two weeks after the procedure we were finally breastfeeding pain free (for the 1st time). Dr. Pinto was so compassionate and generous with her time and advice. I highly recommend Dr. Pinto!”


“I was referred to Dr. Pinto by our family dentist. My newborn was born with an upper lip tie which was causing difficulties with breastfeeding. I was able to get in for a consultation in the first week after my baby was born. The office staff was very friendly and I loved Dr. Pinto. Not only is she professional and knowledgeable, but she is a mother and understands what new moms are going through with breastfeeding and the importance of listening to the patient's needs. She treated my daughter's lip tie the same day and over the next week she was able to improve with breastfeeding and her latch. We are 8 weeks out and doing great, I am grateful we found Dr. Pinto.”


“Dr Pinto was amazing! When my newborn daughter needed a frenectomy to correct her tongue tie, I was referred to her by several people & after meeting with her I knew why. She is exceptionally professional, knowledgeable & caring. She uses state of the art lasers/equipment/procedures to minimize the invasiveness, yet maximize the effectiveness. And, her staff couldn't be better. They made everything easy which was extra important for me in those first few weeks with my new baby.”


“Dr. Pinto truly saved the day! After seeing multiple lactation consultants with no improvement we were finally referred to her for a lip and tongue tie. My son was 8 weeks old at the time and I was so hesitant, but we decided to go through with the procedure. It was so quick and my son latched on right away after. Two weeks after the procedure we were finally breastfeeding pain free (for the 1st time). Dr. Pinto was so compassionate and generous with her time and advice. I highly recommend Dr. Pinto!”


“I was referred to Dr. Pinto by our family dentist. My newborn was born with an upper lip tie which was causing difficulties with breastfeeding. I was able to get in for a consultation in the first week after my baby was born. The office staff was very friendly and I loved Dr. Pinto. Not only is she professional and knowledgeable, but she is a mother and understands what new moms are going through with breastfeeding and the importance of listening to the patient's needs. She treated my daughter's lip tie the same day and over the next week she was able to improve with breastfeeding and her latch. We are 8 weeks out and doing great, I am grateful we found Dr. Pinto.”


“Dr Pinto was amazing! When my newborn daughter needed a frenectomy to correct her tongue tie, I was referred to her by several people & after meeting with her I knew why. She is exceptionally professional, knowledgeable & caring. She uses state of the art lasers/equipment/procedures to minimize the invasiveness, yet maximize the effectiveness. And, her staff couldn't be better. They made everything easy which was extra important for me in those first few weeks with my new baby.”


“Dr. Pinto is amazing! She corrected our daughter's tongue tie when the baby was only 1 day old. She was informative and patient and helpful. The follow up appointments were quick and easy, and filled us with confidence and the knowledge required to successfully latch our baby, and move on with a healthy, happy little bubba! Thank you so much!!!!”


“Dr Pinto is absolutely amazing! I came in with my 10 day old son because I was having major problems breastfeeding. I had to uss a nipple sheild because it was so painful. I came to find that my son was lip and tongue tied! Dr Pinto is so warm and nuturing. She took care of his tongue and lip tie and it was done in a literally a minute. My son latched immediately after the procedure without a nipple shield and no pain! Such a game changer! Thank you dr pinto for everything!”


“I couldn't recommend a better person! Chelsea takes the time to really get to know you and the patient before making a decision on whether or not to go forth with the procedure. Her ultimate goal is to do what is best for you all and she makes that decision by really taking her time listening and connecting with you all. She is so incredibly personable and I appreciate her following up with us on the weekend to see how our little one was doing after his procedure. You don't come across many doctors these days that aren't in a rush to get you in and out. Chelsea is the complete opposite and gives you the space to feel safe and comfortable! I highly recommend her!”