Dr. Eric Armakan
DDS
TETHERED ORAL TISSUES: TREATMENT THROUGH THE LIFETIME



disclosures
Financial: Dr. Armakan works at Dentistry for Children and is receiving an honorarium for this presentation through Simon Says.

Nonfinancial: Dr. Armakan works collaboratively with Jennifer Simon Triandafilou with mutual clients.
about the presentation
This presentation delves into the intricate world of oral health focusing on conditions like tongue ties and lip ties that affect patients from infancy through adulthood. This enlightening presentation covers the identification, diagnosis, and multifaceted treatment approaches for tethered oral tissues, emphasizing the importance of early detection and intervention. The dentist expertly navigates through the latest research, surgical techniques, and post-operative care, offering insights into how these conditions impact feeding, speech, and oral hygiene over a person’s lifetime. Attendees gain a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and solutions associated with tethered oral tissues, underscored by real-world case studies and evidence-based practices, making this an essential session for healthcare professionals committed to improving patient outcomes in pediatric dentistry.

LEarner outcomes
  • Describe the impacts of tethered oral tissues across the lifespan
  • ​Identify multiple case studies of a successful treatments of children with TOTS 
  • Describe advancements in the pediatric dentistry field regarding TOTs
meet the presenterS
Dr. Eric Armakan is a board certified pediatric dentist and laser certified professional, expert trained provider in the release of tethered oral tissues (tongue and lip ties) and treats patients as young as a few days old and from all walks of life. He values a conservative and comprehensive team approach to optimal health and works with multiple providers to ensure the best possible outcome. He is a graduate of the Tongue Tie Academy, an Ambassador of the Breathe Institute, TOTs Specialty trained, and Verified Airway Dentist with Airway Health Solutions. He’s actively involved in the community, an avid DC sports fan, and a kid at heart. In his free time, you can find Dr. Eric exploring the world with his wife and three daughters. You can follow him on social media @Dr.EricDMV to see what he's up to.

Time ordered agenda
10 min: Who is Dr. Eric Armakan
25 min: Impacts of TOTs and the Treatment Provided 
15 min: Case Studies 
5 Min: Advancements in the Field
5 min: Special Cases
disclosures
Financial: Dr. Armakan works at Dentistry for Children and is receiving an honorarium for this presentation through Simon Says.

Nonfinancial: Dr. Armakan works closely with Jennifer Simon Triandafilou with mutual clients.