Tongue Tie Services in Liverpool

Expert assessment and gentle treatment for babies from birth to 6 months

Tongue tie (ankyloglossia) is a condition where the tongue remains unusually attached to the floor of the mouth by a piece of skin called the lingual frenulum. This can sometimes restrict tongue movement and impact feeding, weaning, oral hygiene, or even speech.

At Beyond Midwives, we offer expert tongue tie assessment and, when appropriate, safe and gentle treatment. Every appointment includes individualised feeding support to help you and your baby move forward with confidence.

What is a tongue tie?

Tongue ties vary in type and severity:

• Some are thin and stretchy, others thicker and more restrictive

• They may extend to the tip of the tongue, sit midway, or lie further back

• Some are easy to spot, others less obvious

Not all tongue ties need treatment. But when feeding is difficult, early assessment and support can make a big difference to your experience and your baby’s wellbeing.

What to expect from your appointment

• A calm, comprehensive tongue tie assessment and consultation by a leading specialist

• Expert guidance on your options

• Frenotomy (tongue tie release), if appropriate and agreed

• Immediate feeding support following the procedure to ensure the release is effective

If a frenotomy is recommended, you may choose to go ahead on the same day, or return at a later time if you prefer.

Why choose us?

You and your baby deserve safe, expert care. At Beyond Midwives, your appointment is led by Dr Alison Flynn, one of the most experienced tongue tie practitioners in the region.

Having your baby’s tongue tie assessment and treatment in a dedicated clinical environment ensures the highest standards of care and safety. Here’s why many families prefer this option:

✔ Safe, sterile setting
A clinical environment allows us to carry out the procedure using sterile equipment, full infection control measures, and immediate access to everything needed for a calm, hygienic experience.

✔ Calm, quiet, professional space
Our clinic is designed to be baby-friendly, warm, quiet, and free from distractions, so you and your baby feel comfortable and supported throughout your visit.

✔ Access to expert feeding support
Feeding support is provided immediately after the procedure by a specialist IBCLC lactation consultant, helping to ensure the release is effective and any feeding challenges are addressed right away.

✔ Monitoring and aftercare
We include a follow-up call two days post-procedure to check on healing, feeding, and any concerns you may have, offering reassurance and continuity of care.

✔ Regulated, professional care
As a CQC-registered clinic, all procedures follow national safety standards. Our lead practitioner, Dr Alison Flynn, is NMC-registered, UNICEF Baby Friendly trained, registered with the Association of Tongue Tie Practitioners and is the lead tongue tie specialist for the busiest NHS service in the region. You are in safe, experienced hands.