08/17/2025
✨ Why Pre-Op Therapy Matters Before Tongue Tie Surgery ✨
Did you know that therapy before a tongue tie release can make a big difference in your infant or child’s recovery and long-term success? 🦋 Here’s why:
🔹 Prepares the muscles of the mouth for better movement & function
🔹 Builds strength, coordination, and awareness needed for feeding, speech, & breathing
🔹 Helps reduce tension and compensations your child may already be using
🔹 Supports a smoother surgery & healing process
🔹 Gives caregivers the tools and confidence to continue exercises at home
Pre-op therapy sets the foundation so that after surgery, your child can thrive — not just heal. 🌟
Robyn Walsh MA,CCC-SLP/COM and Lori Overland MS, CCC-SLP, C/DT, CLC, FOM coined the “3 Cs” 🧡 — ensuring the Client, Caregiver, and Clinician are all prepared before the procedure. This team approach sets the foundation for the best outcomes post-release.
At Horizons Therapy, we focus on addressing the root cause and equipping families every step of the way. 💙