Functional Frenuloplasty

Functional Frenuloplasty

A gentle, functional approach to tongue tie release

At Utah Family Wellness, we perform functional frenuloplasty—a tongue tie release procedure focused not only on improving mobility, but also on restoring proper function of the tongue, airway, and surrounding muscles. Our approach is comprehensive and designed to support long-term success, not just the procedure itself.

We welcome infants, children, teens, and adults into a calm, nurturing environment where function, comfort, and long-term wellness guide every decision.

Questions about tongue tie or functional frenuloplasty? Our team is here to guide you through every step.

What is functional frenuloplasty?

(Tongue tie release procedure)

More than a simple release

Functional Frenuloplasty (Tongue Tie Release) At Utah Family Wellness, we perform functional frenuloplasty—a tongue tie release procedure focused not only on improving mobility, but also on restoring proper function of the tongue, airway, and surrounding muscles. Our approach is comprehensive and designed to support long-term success, not just the procedure itself.

Why a functional approach matters

  • Considers the tongue’s role in breathing, sleep, posture, and digestion
  • Addresses both mobility of the tongue and the function of surrounding muscles
  • Supports long-term improvements in feeding, speech, and airway health
  • Pairs the procedure with therapy to retrain healthy patterns

A guided process before, during, and after release

Every step is intentional—from preparation to release to healing support—to help your body integrate new movement patterns safely and effectively.

Before your procedure

Prior to treatment, patients complete myofunctional therapy to prepare the muscles for improved movement and coordination.

This helps: • Build awareness of tongue and facial muscles • Create strength and flexibility for optimal healing • Reduce compensation patterns before release

Day of the procedure

On the day of the procedure, the release is performed with precision and care, followed by detailed guidance on post-procedure exercises and healing support.

We take time to: • Review what will happen step-by-step • Ensure comfort and safety throughout • Demonstrate initial healing exercises

After your release

Continued myofunctional therapy after the release is essential to retrain proper tongue posture, breathing, and swallowing patterns.

This phase supports: • Stable tongue posture at rest • Healthier nasal breathing patterns • Coordinated swallowing and oral function • Long-term integration of new movement

Clinical expertise you can trust

Affiliated with The Breathe Institute

We are proud to be affiliated with The Breathe Institute and follow their evidence-based, airway-focused protocols. This ensures that every patient receives care that prioritizes not only oral mobility, but also breathing, sleep, and overall functional health.

  • Airway-centered evaluation and treatment planning
  • Protocols that integrate breathing, sleep, and function
  • Collaboration with a network of airway-focused providers

Why airway-focused care?

Many tongue ties affect far more than feeding or speech—they can influence how we breathe, sleep, and grow. By using airway-focused protocols, we aim to support:

  • Restful sleep for growing children and adults
  • Improved nasal breathing and oxygenation
  • Healthy facial and airway development over time

What to expect the day of procedure

Each age group has unique needs. We tailor the experience accordingly while keeping comfort, safety, and support at the center of your visit.

INFANTS

What to expect the day of procedure: INFANTS:

  • Gentle exam and time to answer all of your questions
  • Space for feeding before and after the procedure
  • Quick, precise release with infant-focused comfort measures
  • Guidance for wound care and soothing strategies at home

CHILDREN

What to expect the day of procedure: CHILDREN:

  • Age-appropriate explanations and gentle reassurance
  • Playful, calm environment to help reduce anxiety
  • Coordination with myofunctional therapy exercises they already know
  • Post-visit guidance tailored to school, activities, and home routines

TEENS / ADULTS

What to expect the day of procedure: TEENS/ADULTS:

  • Thorough review of your goals, history, and therapy progress
  • Comfort-focused local anesthesia and precise release
  • Clear instructions for stretches, exercises, and activity levels
  • Support for integrating changes into breathing, speech, sleep, and daily life

Ready to explore functional frenuloplasty?

Whether you are seeking support for an infant, a growing child, or yourself, our team will help you understand if functional frenuloplasty is the right next step and how to prepare.

Not sure where to start?

Share your concerns about feeding, speech, sleep, or breathing, and we will help you understand if a tongue tie may be part of the picture.

Contact Utah Family Wellness

620 Medical Drive, Suite 300, Bountiful, Utah

Office Hours: Monday–Friday: 8am–4pm

620 Medical Dr Suite 300, Bountiful, UT 84010, USA

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