The Untethered Podcast™

In this episode, Hallie talks to Howard about the importance of airway health. They discuss the challenges and opportunities that arise from COVID-19 and how dentists play a key role in being an essential worker. Howard goes on to talk about the importance of collaboration with other practitioners for better and more optimal outcomes for patients. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in...

In this episode, Hallie talks with Ashley about children who are picky eaters and their families. Ashley discusses her initial experiences as a Registered Dietitian and being a mom. She discusses the basics of a Registered Dietitian's approach to feeding and how she created Love it, Like it, Learning it ®. Ashley discusses and gives advice on ways to add variety and combinations as well as the pro...

In this Episode, Hallie talks with Hillary and Kristen about the Dysphagia Outreach Project; a nonprofit organization with the mission to provide meaningful assistance to individuals affected by dysphagia across the lifespan. They also discuss the importance of increasing awareness of dysphagia assessment and treatment in the school setting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informat...

In this episode, Hallie and Seanna discuss how everything changes when you become a parent, especially a parent of a child with feeding difficulties. Seanna also discusses her experience with postpartum mood dysfunction as well as what to expect vs reality and how we can approach postpartum health and wellness for the family unit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Hallie and Angie, discuss the subtle changes we see in: Facial Symmetry, Head Posture, Facial Profile, The Eyes, The Lips, The Teeth, The Oral Cavity and Tongue. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Hallie brings a little woo advice relevant to the times we are all experiencing right now. Step into your new normal and open your ears for some insightful wisdom. Hallie also shares her top 4 tips for successful teletherapy that you can use TODAY and she shares 4 very different cases that all benefit from teletherapy delivery, some even more so compared to in-person sessions (WHA...

Hallie & Patrick discuss the impact of long term mouth breathing across the life span as well as answer a variety of questions from listeners, including: ~ Assessing mouth breathing in children ~ How Hallie approaches assessment ~ Patrick’s approach to assessment and treatment of mouth breathing ~ How to get parents “on board” ~ Obesity and the AHI index ~ When to perform or refer for a sleep...

In this episode Hallie and Patrick, the founder of the Buteyko Breathing Clinic, discuss mouth breathing and snoring in children and adults including the cause, assessment, and treatment. They discuss what it means to breathe in 3D, how to achieve nasal breathing and when to use Myotape to help achieve the end goal. This is part one of a two part episode. More to come!  Visit www.untetheredpo...

A dentist's journey from solo practitioner to building a dream team! Hallie and Tommy discuss Tommy's journey from being a general dentist, a solo practitioner, to building a team of professionals who work together and collaborate on cases for total health and best patient care. Tommy has networked with many colleagues to bring the best care to his patients and his team. He shares his journey...

In this episode, Hallie speaks with a fellow colleague about her and her kids myofunctional therapy, airway and tethered oral tissues journey.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Hallie discussed the difference between picky eating and selective eating and how to avoid giving a child a complex over their eating habits, especially since there is usually something MORE going on. Get the show notes here : Untetheredpodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Hallie discusses the reasons for introducing solids at 6 months of age and why food before one is necessary for skill development. Topics covered include: Nutritional considerations (e.g., zinc, iron, etc) Allergy considerations; specifically introduction of peanuts at 6 months, after introducing solids, for children who are at risk for developing a peanut allergy. For those not at...

Hallie talks about her love language, TOTs! Specifically, she covers how providers are misdiagnosing babies by saying they just have a "mild tongue tie" without actually doing a functional evaluation of both mom AND baby. She touches on the issues she sees in her office as well as the symptoms moms don't always realize are related to the babies TOTs.  She also references her upcoming 5 day ch...

In this episode, Hallie talks to Dr. Brian Tuckey, PT, OCS, JSCCI. He explains fascial counterstraining and how fascia affects pain and inflammation in the body. Please visit untetheredpodcast.com for the show notes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 2 of this interview, Hallie and Dr. McIntosh talk in-depth about sleep-disordered breathing and why sleep study results are not accurate indicators of risk. They also talk about what the first step should be when a child shows symptoms of sleep apnea and when tonsils and adenoids should be removed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Hallie talks to Pediatric ENT Dr. David McIntosh, MBBS, PhD, FRACS (ORL). Dr. McIntosh specializes in tonsillectomy in children and how airway issues relate to sleep apnea and other symptoms. They talk about the risks vs. benefits of tonsillectomy, the difference between tonsillectomy and tonsilotomy, and how obstructed breathing issues can lead to long-term consequences for overa...

In this episode, Hallie talks to Dr. Lawrence Kotlow, DDS, PC, about tethered oral tissues, lasers, nursing, and other issues regarding tongue and lip ties. Dr. Kotlow explains the differences between the various lasers used to release tethered oral tissues and which one he prefers. He also talks about how tethered oral tissues affect both babies and mothers and how he evaluates and treats TOTs. P...

In this episode, Hallie continues her conversation with Joan Comrie, M.S., CCC-SLP. They discuss the STEP feeding program, pacifiers, best bottles for breastfeeding babies, and paced bottle feeding. Please visit untetheredpodcast.com for the show notes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Hallie talks to Joan Comrie, M.S., CCC-SLP. They discuss optimal timing of tongue-tie release, motor and sensory patterns in babies, and post-release therapy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Hallie talks to Rishita Jaju, DMD, MALD, CLC. Dr. Rishita is a dentist specializing in the laser release of tethered oral tissues. They talk about the importance of educating parents about the full process of tongue-tie release and the role various providers play in providing the best care. Dr. Rishita explains the difference between a tongue-tie "clip" and a full release. They al...

In this episode, Hallie talks to Michelle Emanuel, OTR/L, about TITTs for TOTs - Therapeutic Intentional Tummy Time for Tethered Oral Tissues. Michelle is the creator of the Tummy Time Method which is an 8 stage sequence designed to help babies develop posture, movement and connection while on their tummies. She explains the importance of tummy time and why babies with tethered oral tissues can es...

In this episode, Hallie talks about sleep apnea in children and why snoring is never normal. She discusses the signs and symptoms of possible sleep apnea in children and why it's important to seek medical advice if your child snores. For more info, visit untetheredpodcast.com . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Hallie shares how her office deals with clients from the time they are referred to her to the time they graduate. She talks about which questions to ask on a pre-appointment patient history form and why it's important to consider which type of provider is making the referral. She also stresses the importance of pre-op and post-op therapy and how to know when a child is ready for t...

In this episode, Hallie talks to Jill Rabin, M.S., CCC-SLP/L, IBCLC. They discuss tethered oral tissues and feeding difficulties, focusing on children with special needs. Jill stresses the importance of collaboration between providers with different specialties and offers several tips for baby-led weaning and overcoming feeding challenges. Visit untetheredpodcast.com for the show notes. Hosted on...

In this episode, Hallie talks to Eric Armakan, DDS. Dr. Armakan is a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist, laser trained, and the certified owner of Dentistry for Children of Northern Virginia. They discuss the symptoms of tethered oral tissues, the types of lasers Dr. Armakan uses, and how treatment varies depending on the child's age. They also talk about some of the challenges relating to research...