#Tongue Tie Specialist

[agavepediatrics]

Understanding Tongue-Tie: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options in Arizona

Introduction

Have you ever heard of tongue-tie? It’s a condition that can affect anyone from infancy to adulthood, making everyday tasks like eating and speaking a real challenge. Understanding tongue-tie, its symptoms, and treatment options, especially in Arizona, can make a world of difference for those affected. Let’s dive into the details.

Symptoms of Tongue-Tie

Common Signs in Infants

For parents, noticing signs of tongue-tie in their newborns can be crucial. Look out for difficulties with breastfeeding, such as trouble latching on or staying latched, and excessive fussiness. Infants may also have a hard time sticking their tongue out past their lower gums.

Symptoms in Older Children

As children grow, symptoms of tongue-tie might become more apparent. They might struggle with certain speech sounds, particularly those requiring the tongue to touch the roof of the mouth. Eating can also be tricky, with kids having trouble moving food around in their mouths.

Impact on Speech and Eating

Tongue-tie can significantly impact speech and eating. Children may develop speech impediments, making it hard for them to be understood by others. Eating challenges can lead to picky eating habits and even nutritional issues due to difficulty chewing and swallowing.

Causes of Tongue-Tie

Genetic Factors

Genetics often play a role in tongue-tie. If a parent had tongue-tie, there’s a higher chance their child might have it too. It’s an inherited condition that can run in families.

Developmental Issues

Sometimes, tongue-tie occurs due to developmental issues during pregnancy. The tissue connecting the tongue to the floor of the mouth, called the frenulum, might not develop properly, leading to restricted tongue movement.

Diagnosing Tongue-Tie

Initial Examination

The journey to diagnosing tongue-tie usually starts with a routine check-up. Pediatricians often notice the signs during an infant’s early visits and recommend further evaluation if necessary.

Role of Pediatricians and Specialists

Pediatricians and Tongue Tie Specialists play a pivotal role in diagnosing and treating this condition. They use specific criteria and assessments to determine the severity of tongue-tie and the best course of action.

Diagnostic Criteria

Diagnosis involves examining the tongue’s range of motion, the appearance of the frenulum, and how these factors affect feeding, speech, and overall oral health.

Impact of Tongue-Tie on Daily Life

Breastfeeding Challenges

One of the most immediate concerns with tongue-tie is its impact on breastfeeding. Babies with tongue-tie may not be able to latch properly, leading to inadequate milk intake and discomfort for both mother and child.

Speech Development

As children grow, tongue-tie can hinder speech development. They might struggle with articulating certain sounds, which can affect their communication skills and confidence.

Oral Health Concerns

Tongue-tie can also lead to oral health issues. Poor tongue mobility can affect oral hygiene, increasing the risk of cavities and gum disease due to difficulty in clearing food debris from the mouth.

Treatment Options for Tongue-Tie

Non-Surgical Approaches

In mild cases, non-surgical approaches like speech therapy or exercises might be recommended to improve tongue mobility and function.

Frenotomy Procedure

A common treatment is the frenotomy, a quick procedure where the frenulum is snipped to release the tongue. It’s usually done in a doctor’s office with minimal discomfort and swift recovery.

Frenuloplasty Procedure

For more severe cases, a frenuloplasty might be necessary. This surgical procedure involves altering the frenulum’s structure to allow for better tongue movement and is often performed under general anesthesia.

Post-Treatment Care

After treatment, follow-up care is essential. This might include exercises to improve tongue movement and ensure proper healing. Regular check-ups with Arizona Pediatric Specialists are also recommended to monitor progress.

Choosing the Right Specialist

Importance of Expertise

Selecting the right specialist is crucial for effective treatment. Expertise in diagnosing and treating tongue-tie ensures the best outcomes for patients.

Tongue Tie Specialists in Arizona

Arizona is home to numerous skilled Tongue Tie Specialists who offer comprehensive care for this condition. Their expertise ensures that patients receive the best possible treatment tailored to their needs.

Arizona Pediatric Specialists

Arizona Pediatric Specialists are well-equipped to handle tongue-tie cases with the latest techniques and compassionate care. Their holistic approach addresses not just the physical aspects but also the emotional and developmental needs of the child.

Why Early Intervention is Crucial

Benefits of Early Diagnosis and Treatment

Early diagnosis and treatment of tongue-tie can prevent many complications. It ensures proper feeding, aids in normal speech development, and helps avoid oral health issues later in life.

Long-Term Outcomes

The long-term outcomes of treating tongue-tie early are overwhelmingly positive. Children can eat, speak, and grow without the hindrance of restricted tongue movement, leading to better overall health and development.

Why Choose Agave Pediatrics for Tongue-Tie Treatment?

At Agave Pediatrics, we pride ourselves on being the best in Arizona for treating tongue-tie. Our team of experienced Tongue Tie Specialists offers same-day sick visits and expert care for all your child’s needs. We provide comprehensive services, from diagnosis to post-treatment care, ensuring your child receives the highest standard of care.

Our services include:

Expert Diagnosis: Our pediatricians are skilled in diagnosing tongue-tie and assessing its impact on feeding, speech, and oral health.

Personalized Treatment Plans: We develop individualized treatment plans that address the specific needs of each child, whether that involves lactation support, speech therapy, or surgical intervention.

Compassionate Care: We prioritize the comfort and well-being of our young patients, ensuring a supportive and compassionate environment for both the child and the family.

Follow-Up and Support: Post-treatment care and ongoing support are integral parts of our approach, helping families navigate the journey towards improved feeding, speech, and overall health.

If you suspect your child may have tongue-tie, or if you have concerns about feeding, speech, or oral health, we invite you to schedule a consultation with Agave Pediatrics. Our team is here to help your child thrive.

Conclusion

Understanding tongue-tie and seeking appropriate treatment can make a significant difference in a child’s life. From improving feeding and speech to ensuring optimal oral health, addressing this condition early is key. If you suspect your child has tongue-tie, don’t hesitate to reach out to Arizona Pediatric Specialists for expert care.

FAQs

What is tongue-tie?

Ans: Tongue-tie, or ankyloglossia, is a condition where the tongue’s range of motion is restricted due to a short, tight frenulum.

2. How is tongue-tie diagnosed?

Ans: Diagnosis involves a physical examination by a pediatrician or specialist, assessing the tongue’s movement and the frenulum’s appearance.

3. What are the treatment options for tongue-tie?

Ans: Treatments include non-surgical approaches, frenotomy, and frenuloplasty, depending on the severity of the condition.

4. How does tongue-tie affect speech?

Ans: Tongue-tie can hinder speech development, making it difficult for children to articulate certain sounds clearly.

5. Why choose Agave Pediatrics for tongue-tie treatment?

Ans: Agave Pediatrics offers expert care from experienced Tongue Tie Specialists, ensuring comprehensive treatment and support for your child’s needs.

[tonguetie25]

Tongue tie, commonly referred to as “Ankyloglossia”, is a string of tissue called frenulum. This frenulum connects the underside of the tongue to the mouth’s floor and can be seen under the tongue through a mirror. The frenulum tissue can restrict the movements of the tongue and cause problems with language and speech disorders in children, Swallowing, Eating and Chewing, Drinking, Breathing, Jaw growth, Posture and Digestion.

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Is My Child Tongue-Tied?

When we say, “tongue tied,” most of us think of a situation when we are too excited to express ourselves verbally. Although not a medical condition, tongue tie is the name for a fairly common condition that limits the movement of the tongue – medically referred to as ankyloglossia.

Before we are born, a strong cord of tissue called the frenulum is positioned in the center of the mouth and guides the development of the oral cavity. As we grow and develop, it thins and recedes to a small thin piece of tissue that attaches the bottom of the tongue to the floor of the mouth. In some children, the frenulum is especially tight or fails to recede and may cause difficulty with tongue movement. Ankyloglossia or tongue tie can cause eating or speaking difficulties in some children.

In infants, tongue tie can present with trouble sucking or poor weight gain. In breast-fed infants, it can cause trouble with latching, or the mother may experience pain when the baby is nursing. Some mothers give up nursing because of tongue tie that is not recognized. In toddlers and older children, tongue tie can be a cause of trouble with speech articulation, especially consonant sounds. Signs that your child may have difficulty due to tongue tie include a V-shaped notch at the tip of the tongue, inability to stick the tongue out past the gums, or simply difficulty licking an ice cream cone or lollipop.

Frenuloplasty

Because a shortened frenulum restricts the range of motion of the tongue, a frenulectomy may be recommended. A frenulectomy is a surgical procedure performed to clip the frenulum and release the tongue. In infants a frenulectomy can be performed as a simple office procedure with topical local anesthesia. Older infants and young children often require anesthetic gas for the procedure, but older cooperative children can also have the procedure safely with only local topical anesthesia. Although it is considered a safe and simple procedure, risks of a frenulectomy may include infection, scarring and excessive bleeding.

This procedure results in increased tongue mobility and problems with eating and speech are greatly improved. After surgery, most patients experience effective symptom relief and restored full movement to the tongue. In some cases, tongue exercises may be recommended to improve the movement of the tongue after a frenulectomy.

[charmixpower]

Rules for the Winx Club's dorm

(Inspired by rules for 1-A)

Bloom: Please stop trying to use your powers in the dorms, you've set off the fire alarm so many times that all the other students think it's broken

Stella: While it's impressive you can do your make-up while sparring, please stop. I can't grade your technique if you are distracted and not trying your best

Flora: No eco crimes of any caliber or I'm banning you from the greenhouse 

Tecna: Stop breaking through Alfea's defenses as a "test" of your skill. You are going to let someone slip in one of these days. I will make you a barrier to play around with, just stop doing it to the main one

Musa: Please keep your music at an acceptable volume

Hearing other people playing music is NOT a challenge

Aisha: Stop climbing the outside of the school. I will find somewhere for you to rock climb, you're scaring the other students by climbing past their windows 

Stop telling the other students Bloom is God. Being the Fairy that holds the power of the Great Dragon's Flame, is not the same thing as being the Great Dragon

Bloom: Stop using your powers to convince the other students you are God

Someone using purple magic is NOT bulletproof evidence that they are Darcy. Stop attacking random students

Bloom: That goes double for you

Stella: Stop telling people Tecna is a robot

Tecna: Stop using your prosthetics to help Stella convince people you are a robot

Musa: Stop giving them new ideas

Flora: While your "onion fumes" spell is incredibly creative and amazingly useful in combat scenarios, I ask that you only use it during outdoor sparring. Making everyone's eyes burn while your sparring is something we want to avoid

Musa: The Cloud Tower girls are thankful that Riven drew the attention of monsters to make their escape, they are not "hussies" attempting to "take" anything from you. Stop trying to fight them

Saladin being unable to say no to Helia is not grounds to abuse this fact to get your hands on random specialist weapons, you've already put yourselves in the infirmary multiple times. At least get someone to train you 

Aisha: This is not a challenge

Flora: Covering your enemies in hornet-attracting pollen is not an acceptable tactic to deal with bullies, please just tell me about it next time

Stop daring Aisha to do random things to see if she's naturally good at it. She probably is

Aisha: Your honor is not lost just because you can't tie a cherry stem with your tongue. Stop adding random things to your training regiment

Amaryl throwing an attack at Stella, which she batted away without a second thought, is not an acceptable reason to make a morphix monster specifically programmed to chase her around the school. I was going to expel her for that stunt anyway

Not trusting new teachers is understandable, hazing them and dumping potions of revealing on them is not. I will let you give them potions in a controlled environment

The hallways are not a controlled environment

Bloom: A specialist telling you that you'd be "prettier if you smiled" is appropriate grounds for flipping him off, not breaking his nose

Aisha: You too

Tecna: You as well

Bloom: Saying "this is exactly what her ghost warned me of" about random things in the middle of a conversation is not acceptable behavior. You are scaring the freshmen

"As the prophecy foretold" is not much better 

Just because Wizigiz says something is ok does not actually make it ok

Stella: Stop making up magical artifacts. I've gotten 16 different questions about completely made-up objects and it's obvious you're the one doing this 

Tecna: At least pretend to pay attention in class. I know you already know most of these things but building a robot on your desk distracts the other students 

Musa: Riven leaving you on "read" is not an acceptable reason to hijack the announcement system to play break-up songs, he probably just checked his phone in between training. Stop doing this. We have actual announcements to make

At least try to be subtle about the fact that you girls are under different rules than the rest of the school. The freshmen are starting to get ideas, and I don't want to deal with that many students in detention

Especially when sneaking your boyfriends in. Yes, I know. None of you are subtle 

Tecna: Stop hacking into the royal students' phones and systems. You are going to start an intergalactic war. Airing out Royalty's dirty laundry is only acceptable if it's really bad, and at least warn me first so I can find a political advisor

Aisha: Stop training the pixie animals to attack people you don't like

Bloom: Tell someone when you're going to take a surprise vacation home, last time Stella woke up the entire wing of the dorms with her screaming because she thought you were kidnapped 

If you're going to get payback for Griffin giving you the runaround when you were at Cloud Tower at least don't get caught. Griffin is somehow more annoying when she's smug

Musa: Stop trying to get the girls to start a band with you, Tecna is tone-deaf, I know you're just doing this to annoy people. Stop it

Tecna: Making a complication of Erendor and Samara making fools of themselves is funny, hacking the projector system to show it during an assembly is not. Just mass text it to everyone, I know you can, you didn't need to do that

If your going to skip class because of a magical emergency it better be a real emergency or I'm going to tell your teachers to start grading your missed assignments

Stella: A bad hair day is not an emergency 

Aisha: Stop intentionally riling up Riven when he's at the doom, I don't care how funny you find annoying him is, just because we can fix property damage with magic doesn't make it acceptable

Stella: Stop biting people. Just stop. It's unsanitary

Do not have Riven, Sky, and Helia at your dorm at the same time. I've heard how those two can get when Helia is there to instigate and I'm not dealing with that. If I get a hint of those three being around at the same time I'm giving you all detention

On that note, if Riven and Sky are going to be in the dorms either keep them in different rooms or have Brandon there to mediate

Tecna and Musa: Stop using your powers to freak out the freshmen when you tell them stories of your battles

Stop using your power to freak out Stella in general 

Stop trying to freak out Flora, it won't work

Flora: Just because you haven't blown anything up in the lab yet, doesn't mean your experiments are permitted 

Musa: Please control your pixie. She's convinced half the students she has the authority to give them detention, and while she's not wrong about their punishments, she can't keep doing this

Bloom: Lording your newfound strength above your enemies is not an acceptable way to use magic. If you're going to mess with this "Mitzi" do it during the breaks 

Please be aware of who is around when you ask Brandon questions about his life as a royal guard. Ophelia has had multiple girls show up because they overheard him talking about torture in graphic detail

Flora: Please warn me when you invite Miele over. Yes, only you and only Miele. I can't even begin to describe the amount of chaos that child can cause with her bugs

If you don't warn me I'm banning all of your siblings from visiting 

Bloom: Please stop avoiding the staff's questions about Kiko. He can perfectly comprehend language. Why can he comprehend language Bloom

~ Griselda, Head of Discipline

[faithinhome]

Neighbor Next Door- Stephen Strange x Female OC

18+ | Minors DNI

Summary: anna had always thought the doctor next door was attractive. and one interaction left her itching to get more of him.

Tags: age gap (25F & 40M), cheating (but not in the way you’d think), strong language, smut.

Chapter 2: Trashy

it was a party for a group of tech specialists, scientists and doctors. and since wanda was the only friend in the group that actually had a career (she worked in tech), she'd been invited and decided to take sam and anna along.

"this is so cool" anna squealed as she blended her blush into her cheeks. "i've never been to such a professional party before. i hope i don't screw it up"

"don't worry about it" wanda chuckled. "everyone knows each other. and they're gonna get pretty shit faced too. it's a once in a year party and no one expects you to be professional. as long as you don't take your pants off"

"is that something that's happened before?" sam asked with a raised brow as he walked into anna’s room.

"oh yeah" wanda laughed. "i'll tell you all about it in the cab."

anna was dressed in a strawberry coloured dress that hugged her waist. it had a deep neckline, exposing her cleavage and it went down to about 2 inches above her knees.

wanda wore a beautiful silk dress that draped below her knees and sam wore a caramel suit, paired with a white shirt and a black tie. anna had left her hair loose, as she did most of the time.

once at the party, wanda had left them briefly to interact with some colleagues.

"this is a lot better than the after parties i get invited to after your band performs" anna teased sam.

sam rolled his eyes and shook his head. "liar. all the groupies literally end up with you the entire night. and you love it"

anna laughed and nodded. "true. they're hot. i love it when hot women pay me attention. what's there not to love?"

sams eyes flickered over to the crowd and he spotted a certain man in a black suit who'd stepped in alone, dressed in a black suit with grey steaks in his hair. "well, i guess you got something of an equivalent of groupies right here at this party"

anna followed sam's gaze, her heart leaping as she saw stephen strange. "oh, my god!"

"remember how wanda said everyone's gonna get shit faced?" she suggested with a wide smile. "oh man, i'd love to see stephen strange get shit faced"

sam chuckled and shrugged. "just don't go bothering him. remember-"

"he's married" anna finished the sentence for him. “i know, sammy. i know"

"just making sure you're reminded once in a while" he winked.

anna had remembered, she truly had. but once sam had left to go to the bathroom because the vodka made him want to shit for some reason and wanda needed to go meet some more colleagues, she made her way to where stephen was standing alone by the bar.

maybe sam should have known better to leave a drunk (and horny) anna alone. she'd just blame him later. because right now, she just yearned to have a conversation with the pretty neighbour that intrigued her everyday since he’d moved in next to her.

"hi, doc!" anna cheered as she took a seat on a stool next to him, remembering beck to when she saw him the last time... and he was shirtless.

that hunk of a body was still under that shirt. and that was the only thing she could think about right now.

"oh hey, neighbor" strange nodded, before thanking the bartender for his drink.

"you do know my name right?" anna chuckled and strange immediately knew she was tipsy.

"uh" strange was stumped for words and her eyes widened.

"anna” she said, not feeling as cheerful anymore. he’s a doctor so he probably had perfect memory. but he didn't even remember her name.

"right, anna. i'm sorry" he said. "i'm afraid we never really were properly introduced"

she nodded thoughtfully. that was true. she'd never even told the man her name. so there was nothing to remember, right?

strange liked the way her name slipped off his tongue and she looked absolutely stunning. it was a little hard to look away.

"so, how are you liking the party so far?" anna asked, scanning the hall.

"it's alright" strange shrugged. "had to come in to keep up appearances."

anna nodded, her face lighting up. "look, they got ice cream! do you wanna go get some?"

strange hesitated for a few moments but shrugged. "i mean, why not?"

stephen strange didn't really have a lot of friends. he didn't get along with the people he worked with, or people that were a part of his social circle through his profession. and since christine was sick and had to stay home, he might as well try to have a bit of a good time with the one person he knew here.

he didn't mind being around anna because she didn't have an air of superiority around her, like everyone else he knew did. himself included. you can't put two arrogant people together and expect them to get along.

anna ordered a vanilla ice cream while he got a scoop of the butterscotch.

"i like vanilla" she piped up. "just vanilla alone. i know people think it's bland. but like, it's perfect"

stepgen smiled softly as he looked over at her. "i get it. thanks for the cupcakes, by the way. they were great"

"wanna know a secret? i didn't even make them. my bestfriend did"

"oh?" strange raised a brow.

"yeah, just wanted to impress my neighbours"

"why so?" strange asked with a raised brow, a soft smile growing on his face.

anna caught a whiff of strange's scent and she bit on her lip, looking up at him.

him.

he was the reason.

his eyes, his nose, his high cheekbones and his lips. yeah, anna really shouldn't be doing this while she was drunk.

"just wanted to be friendly" she shrugged as she ate at her ice cream.

she wondered if strange felt the way she did, as well. even just a little bit?

he seemed pretty normal, he was talking to her like he would to a normal person he didn't find attractive.

but then again, so was she. or could strange tell? was there any tension?

she had no idea.

all she knew was the more she paid attention to his arms and the way they flexed, she felt heat flush down there and her thoughts were turning dirty.

god, why did men have such attractive arms?

and it almost ached to know she couldn't just throw herself at him.

"so, what do you do, anna?” strange asked. "anything you're passionate about?"

you.

i’m passionate about you.

"um yeah it's lame" she started with a shrug. "believe it or not, i'm actually a ghostwriter"

"oh?" strange was definitely interested. "interesting. how did you get about doing that?"

"started doing a bit of it when i was in school" anna shrugged. "just to make some money and well, i always loved music. and writing music. actually kinda like it"

strange liked credit. he wondered why people ever chose to do something like that. but he didn't ask her that.

"and then kind of started getting more gigs" she said. "and now there's a couple artists i work for. still not exactly the most secure job. but i enjoy it. pays well too"

"that's quite interesting" strange nodded. "didn't know you had a talent for music. i'm not exactly the most musically inclined person but i love music. so important what artists do"

a wide smile formed on anna’s face as she looked up at strange with an increased admiration. "you know, doctors or like other scientifically inclined people never really say that. i mostly get looked down upon. especially since i ghostwrite."

strange smiled at her words and nodded. it did feel good to be humble sometimes. especially seeing how happy that comment seemed to have made her. and he just felt naturally inclined to be.. good to her.

but then again, that's how infatuation worked

humans were selfish and convenient that way.

"i'm sorry you've had that experience"

“thank you.” anna smiled.

so not was he extremely hot, he was also nice to her. and sam expected her to not want to fuck him.

sam finally came out of the bathroom and spotted strange and anna together, shaking his head, hoping she wasn't doing anything stupid or out of line.

"is there anything else you... are passionate about?" anna spoke in a low seductive voice. the man treating her so well was turning her on even more and she couldn't control the way she felt herself shift. she brought the spoon up to her mouth and ice cream dropped right on her chest, and on her exposed cleavage.

strange watched as anna gasped and looked down, biting her lip. and for some reason, he couldn't look away as she used her finger to scoop it up before sucking on her finger.

she glanced momentarily at strange, blinking through her lashes.

time seemed to work slowly for both of them, especially anna. she was nothing but a bundle of hormones right now.

strange felt his mouth go dry as he watched her, letting out a soft breath.

"i uh," he looked away, realizing he'd been staring too much. "i like to read."

this was sam's cue. he popped up, interlacing his arm with anna’s. "hi guys!"

strange looked over at him, momentarily glancing at their interlaced arms.

"i'm so sorry to break up the conversation" he said with a smile. "but uh, someone's in the bathroom throwing up." he looked up at strange. "don't wanna name names. kind of our friend. and uh, we should probably go help them out."

anna raised her brows. "oh, okay?"

he took the ice cream and threw it in the trash before dragging her away and waving at strange.

"dude, what the fuck?"

"what the hell do you think you were doing?" sam hissed. "you've crossed the line, anna. this is fucking pathetic and you need to stop."

anna was taken aback by sam's tone. she looked up at him in frustration and shook her head. "what the hell are you so mad about?"

"you're being a fucking awful person right now."

anna shook her head, feeling anger bubble up. he was probably right but she felt so embarassed, she couldn't think of anything else but acting in a defensive manner.

"the fuck?" she shook her head and pulled away. "just, fuck off."

she left and glanced over at strange, who was looking at her in a confused manner. she felt so embarassed, she felt the need to leave. she paced toward the door, letting out a soft huff.

wanda grabbed her, making her jump. "where do you think you're going?"

"home" anna spoke through gritted teeth. "sam's being an ass."

"yeah but you're drunk" she said, her eyes glassy. she was clearly also a little drunk.

also she had witnessed the situation that sam had dragged anna away from. and honestly, she was a little turned on. she had no idea what it was.

maybe it was the alocohol. but right now, if stephen didn't fall for that, she definitely was inclined to take anna right now.

anna and wanda wound up on the bathroom floor, and anna had spilled the beans.

anna sighed. "well, so are you. so now what?"

"talk to me" wanda smiled. "tell me what's going on with you and the doc. no judgement, promise."

" i don't get it" wanda started. "so you don't want to go out with him but you want his attention. you don't want to come in between him and christine but you want him to pay attention to you, in more... intimate ways?"

anna sighed and gazed up at the ceiling. "okay, i can see now why sam's so annoyed with me"

wanda chuckled softly and shook her head. "so are you looking for advice or just some emotional one on one?"

"i don't know" anna sighed and gazed over at wanda, watching as a strand of hair fell from behind her ear. she looked gorgeous under the bathroom light, her skin was glowing. "i guess i just don't wanna think about it right now. what about you? anyone hit on you?"

wanda chuckled and gazed over at her best friend,her heart picking up slightly. "no. i don't think they can. not here."

"well it must have been pretty hard for them to hold back" anna chuckled softly, studying over wanda's features. "i mean you look stunning today. like a fucking goddess"

wanda laughed, heat rushing to her cheeks. "no, i think that's you. i saw your ice cream incident back with the doc there. pretty sexy".

"he didn't seem to think so. i mean, he is married and loyal so."

"well, i do" wanda spoke softly, gazing intently at her, a small smile on her face. "and bonus, i'm not married."

anna could only blush and laugh in response. she didn’t know what to say. if her and stephen didn’t have any tension, they sure did, right this very moment.

"i... have an idea for what might make you feel better" wanda spoke softly, shifting closely.

anna could definitely feel the tension. and she was totally intoxicated by it.

"yeah?" she barely whispered in response.

wanda hummed in response as she leaned in, lifting anna’s chin and gazing into her eyes.

anna looked up at wanda, feeling her stomach coil as she gazed into wanda's eyes. she leaned in closer, as if giving permission and wanda went in, locking anna's lips with her.

soon the two were stumbling into a stall, anna locking the door.

anna threw her head back and moaned softly as wanda nibbled at the soft skin of her neck, dress pooling by her ankles and bra on the floor, her fingers coiled in wanda's soft red hair. "gosh, wanda."

"are you sure?" wanda asked as she now had her bestfriend pressed against the door. anna faced the door, her cheek pressed against it as she stood naked in front of wanda, who had her dress on. but anna didn't care. she liked being on display for someone like that, it was thrilling.

"fuck yeah" anna huffed softly, whining as wanda pushed a finger inside of her.

anna spread her legs further. soon, the feeling of wanda's fingers inside of her, the thumb circling her clit and her other hand pawing at her breast caused a hot flush through her lower abdomen and she was coming hard and fast, trying her hardest to not be super loud. "fuck, wanda."

wanda straddled anna, now naked as well. anna took longer, kissing along wanda's skin, behind her ear, down her neck. she ran her thumb over wanda's nipple, watching as wanda bit her lip, whimpering softly and eyes fluttering shut.

a while passed and wanda was coming, her legs shaking as her back arched into anna's fingers. the two sat there, panting softly before they got dressed and decided to leave the bathroom one at a time.

wanda walked out first and anna followed. she scanned the hall and spotted stephen, who had also spotted her. he seemed intrigued and confused at her state. it seemed as if that he could figure out what had happened.

it’s as if he knew she was fucking her long term best friend in the bathroom literally an hour after she'd flirted with him, a married man.

and anna felt immensely embarassed at how trashy she was coming across. this definitely called for more alcohol.

***

a/n: what. the. fuck. bet you did not see that coming. i kept the smut short because as hot as they were, this fic is NOT about them. sorry, wanda. but it was fun to bring in a little twist. thank you so much to everyone who’s still reading and engaging w this fic !! i’m going to try and start uploading once a week! and thank you sm to everyone who asked to be on the reading taglist. it’s so exciting to see everyone’s response to something i’m having such a fun time writing! let me know what you thought about the chapter. does anna need to pump the brakes or do you give her a pass because i mean, it’s THE stephen strange we’re talking about?

also i’m SO sorry if their outfits are horrible lmao i’m NOT good with styling. but in my head, sam looks AMAZING in that caramel suit.

see you angels next week! stay blessed 🫶🏼

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[agavepediatrics]

Understanding Tongue Tie: A Comprehensive Guide by Tongue Tie Specialists in Phoenix, Arizona

Introduction to Tongue Tie

Tongue tie, medically known as ankyloglossia, is a congenital condition that restricts the tongue's range of motion. This occurs when the lingual frenulum, the small fold of tissue connecting the underside of the tongue to the floor of the mouth, is unusually short or tight. This condition can affect speech, eating, and even dental health. For parents in Arizona and specifically Phoenix, finding Tongue Tie Specialists in Phoenix is crucial for addressing this condition effectively.

Symptoms and Diagnosis

Tongue tie can present various symptoms depending on the severity of the condition. Common signs in infants include difficulty breastfeeding, poor weight gain, and a clicking sound while feeding. Older children may exhibit speech difficulties, trouble eating certain foods, and dental issues like gaps between the lower front teeth.

Diagnosis is typically straightforward and can be done by a pediatrician or a specialized tongue-tie doctor. The examination involves observing the tongue's movement and the appearance of the frenulum.

Impact on Breastfeeding

For many new mothers, breastfeeding challenges can be one of the first indicators of a tongue tie. A baby with a tongue tie may struggle to latch properly, leading to painful breastfeeding and inadequate milk intake. This is where the expertise of Tongue Tie Specialists in Arizona and lactation consultants in Arizona becomes invaluable. These professionals can assess the situation and provide solutions, which may include techniques to improve latching or procedures to release the tongue tie.

Treatment Options

The primary treatment for tongue tie is a frenotomy or frenuloplasty, procedures that involve cutting the frenulum to free the tongue. A tongue-tie doctor or specialist performs these procedures, which are quick and typically involve minimal discomfort for the child. In Phoenix and throughout Arizona, parents have access to highly qualified professionals who can perform these procedures safely and effectively.

Finding the Right Specialist

Choosing the right specialist is crucial for the successful treatment of tongue tie. When searching for Tongue Tie Specialists in Arizona, consider factors such as the specialist's experience, the methods they use, and their approach to patient care. Many families in Phoenix prefer specialists who offer a holistic approach, addressing not just the physical but also the emotional and developmental needs of the child.

Post-Treatment Care

After the procedure, follow-up care is essential to ensure proper healing and to prevent the frenulum from reattaching. Specialists typically recommend exercises to enhance tongue movement and support breastfeeding or speech therapy as needed. For parents in Phoenix, staying in touch with their Tongue Tie Specialists and lactation consultant in Phoenix ensures comprehensive care and support during the recovery process.

Long-term Effects and Monitoring

Monitoring the long-term effects of tongue tie treatment is important. Regular check-ups with your pediatrician can help track your child's development in areas such as speech, eating, and dental health. In Arizona, many specialists collaborate with other healthcare providers to offer integrated care, ensuring all aspects of the child's health are addressed.

Agave Pediatrics: Your Partner in Pediatric Health

At Agave Pediatrics, we pride ourselves on being the leading Tongue Tie Specialists in Phoenix and Tongue Tie Specialists in Arizona. Our team of dedicated professionals is here to support your child's health from infancy through adolescence. 

Our Services Include:

Best pediatrician in Phoenix, AZ  : Our award-winning pediatricians provide comprehensive care tailored to your child's unique needs.

Lactation consultant in Phoenix, AZ : Expert guidance to help you and your baby succeed in breastfeeding, addressing challenges like tongue tie.

Well child visits in Arizona : Regular check-ups to monitor and promote your child's growth and development.

Same day sick visits for children in Phoenix : Prompt care when your child needs it most, ensuring they get back to their happy, healthy selves quickly.

Conclusion

Tongue tie is a condition that, while common, can significantly impact a child's quality of life if not addressed properly. By consulting with Tongue Tie Specialists in Phoenix and Tongue Tie Specialists in Arizona, parents can ensure their child receives the best possible care. At Agave Pediatrics, we are committed to providing top-notch pediatric services to help your child thrive.

Discover Exceptional Pediatric Care at Agave Pediatrics

At Agave Pediatrics, we are dedicated to being the best pediatrician in Phoenix, AZ, offering specialized care from Tongue Tie Specialists to lactation consultants in Phoenix, AZ. Our comprehensive services, including well child visits in Arizona and same day sick visits for children in Phoenix, ensure your child's health and well-being at every stage. Visit us today to experience compassionate, expert care tailored to your family's needs.

[case-study-of-parenting]

Almond's health issue is now under control and she has medication for at least over summer. I feel like a huge rock has been lifted from my shoulders. And this was only one of the rocks i've been carrying this year.

Cinnamon has had issues related to tight tongue-tie since her birth but nothing too serious. But her weight gain is a bit behind from what it should be so i wanted to have the tongue tie checjed by a specialist to see if that might be the problem. She is still feeding every 1 to 2 hours during the day which is one indicator that she might not be getting enough milk. And i know it's not a supply issue. Anyhow, we got an appointment and the doctor was very lovely and considerate. However, she told that Cinnamon's tongue tie is tight but not so much that cutting it would necessarily help and considering the risks and recovery it's not something that she'd recommend unless bigger problems arise. And while I am slightly worried about the weight gain i am relieved about her opinion. Because this has been another thing stressing me since her birth, but now i have a specialist's opinion that i can trust.

I've been trying to focus more on eating enough (healthy) food and drinking enough. I know that many days i'm not getting enough water needed to maintain my milk supply. Now that i've been drinking more i immediately notice my boobs feeling more full and i even had to pump this morning. Maybe this could also help with Cinnamon's weight.

Things right now are better that in a while. My seasonal depression is gone and i've been having more energy to do special stuff with Almond. If only Cinnamon would sleep better. She eats 3-5 times a night and has more restless episodes. I'm thinking this might go on until the 4 month regressiong and then hopefully sleep will get better.

[drvladimirpastouk]

What Happens If You Don't Fix Tongue-Tie?

The baby's tongue connects to the floor of the mouth during fetal development. As your baby grows, they separate from the tongue, and only a thin band of tissue (the lingual frenulum) remains attached to the floor of the mouth. Tongue tie is a condition that can affect your child's eating, feeding, and growth. It can also affect their speech and social development.

If you don't fix the tongue tie, it can adversely affect your child's oral and overall health. Inadequate oral hygiene leads to tooth decay, gum disease, and bad breath.

In some cases, poor dental hygiene may also cause various other diseases and conditions. Maintaining a healthy mouth throughout your lifetime is essential by brushing, flossing, and visiting your dentist regularly for preventative checkups.

In addition, plaque can enter the bloodstream and clog your arteries, increasing your risk of heart disease and strokes. Bacteria can also attach to platelets and form blood clots.

Your tongue needs entire movement to make different sounds when you speak and for swallowing and sweeping bits of food out of your mouth. Your baby's lingual frenulum (the band of tissue that connects the underside of the tongue to the floor of the mouth) might be too short or tight in babies with tongue-tie, which makes it hard for their tongue to move freely.

If your midwife, health visitor, or breastfeeding counselor suspects your baby might have a tongue tie, they will refer you to a practitioner. These people will formally assess your baby's tongue based on their function and appearance (e.g., the Hazelbaker Assessment Tool for Lingual Frenulum Function).

Tongue-tie can be tricky to diagnose, so you must talk to your midwife or health visitor as soon as possible and get them to refer you to a tongue-tie specialist. They may also be able to recommend some simple treatments for your baby.

A tongue tie binds the tongue's tip to the mouth's floor, which limits its movement. This can cause issues with eating, speech, and breathing problems.

Children can develop a cleft palate when a tongue tie is not treated. A cleft palate occurs when the two plates that form the hard and soft palate of the mouth are not joined.

If a child has a cleft palate, getting it repaired as soon as possible is essential. The procedure can help prevent the development of a cleft lip and can also correct problems with speech production.

Cold sores are caused by the herpes simplex virus-1 (HSV-1). They are common and can cause pain, swelling, fever, blisters, and inflammation.

Your doctor may prescribe medicines to speed the healing process if you have a cold sore. These include topical creams or pills you take by mouth, such as acyclovir, famciclovir, and valacyclovir.

You can also try home remedies, including ice packs on the sores or aloe vera gel. These work to minimize symptoms and keep the skin from getting too dry.

Until your sores heal, avoid kissing and intimate contact such as oral sex and sharing cups, razors, dishes, towels, cutlery, straws, and lip balm. This helps prevent the spread of cold sores to others. It's essential for young children.

Many children and adults experience a loss of self-confidence as a result of speech and eating issues caused by tongue-tie. If left untreated, the problem can become a significant source of emotional and behavioral issues. Surgical treatment can be used if tongue-tie is not responding to non-surgical treatments. Here are some ways to test if your child has a tongue tie: Take your finger and swipe it underneath your tongue. You should not feel a flap of skin beneath the tip.

[blackwoolncrown]

Oooo ok 💖 like approximately what order did you do things in? As far as preparations to leave? Thanks ☀

Oh wow I am SO sorry I missed this anon. So here's what I did, approximately speaking:

I researched countries to move to that I could reasonably access, taking into account my work, my language skills, different laws and cultures, economic factors, ability to travel back home ete.

Disclaimer: I have a partner in and from the place I moved to who ofc suggested I just come there, and that is a HUGE factor in me being able to make the move; I also think it's aplus if you can move somewhere you have a personal tie/invitation to, for cultural reasons, esp if you're expatriating from the Anglo west. White or no we have certain privileges and effects on local culture/economy and we need to be seriously sensitive to that.

Then I hired a relocation specialist. This is a person who lives in your target country who specifically specializes in helping ppl move there and acclimate properly. I had a few appointments w her online where we discussed financial requirements for my visa, things it's important to know culturally, how to get insurance, what locations would be best for me, etc. Then I flew out (crowdfunded, thank you all) to see her to do an on the ground tour to make sure it was all truly possible for me.

Meanwhile I focused on reading up as much as I could about the transition from ppl who had done it, watching youtube videos etc.

Simultaneously I also switched all of my online activity to be at least 50% in my target language, for immersion. At this point it's probably more like 70%. Watch/read a wide variety of content in the target language if it's not your mother tongue.

I got my updated passport and began to sell as much of my belongings as possible to fund the transition. *There will always be extra costs you di dn't forsee, this part is hard so do whatever you can to save up, ask for help ete*

Then I moved, with the help of my friend, and hired a language teacher to help me speed up my understanding and conversational skills since they're a must.

That's pretty much it, I'm just in the waiting period to gather the proofs I need for them to give me my temp visa. Make sure you know the requirements for a temp and permanent resident visa in your target country as they change year to year! HTH.

[shreyajainblogs]

Discover how Dr. Peter specializes in treating tongue-tie (ankyloglossia), a condition in newborns where the tongue's movement is restricted due to a short lingual frenulum. Learn about symptoms affecting breastfeeding, eating, speaking, and swallowing. Trust Dr. Peter, an expert ENT specialist or pediatric surgeon, for evaluation and precise treatment, ensuring optimal tongue function and developmental support

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[valgasnewsthings]

Alphabet of health.Answers on letters Doctor

 Hypothalamic  syndrome.

1.For me put this diagnosis as hypothalamic syndrome with vegeto -vessel destroys and hard depression, my doctors left town, maybe you can advise me a cure. 

Hypothalamic syndrome is characterizing with vegetative, endocrine, metabolism and trophic disorders. And his reasons are scull-brain injury, infection , stress, tumour process, mental over loading, and in result of alcohol poisoning.

And for success,  cure is importance to define a leading syndrome, method selecting individually.

And in acute, chronic infection a needing anti-inflammatory therapy, sucking out therapy.

In hypothalamic syndrome from injury displaying after decreasing, improving beginning after decreasing  cranial pressure with a tie using diuretics.

In destroying carbohydrate metabolism for patient enters insulin.

In endocrine destroys using stimulating, replacing, or inhibiting for hormones preparations , and prescribing diet with limiting carbohydrates and animal fats, remedies are overwhelming appetite. Gymnastic here too needing, but with dosing loads and control for arterial pressure.And importance here sleep regime right, wakefulness, destroys are leading to worsening condition, hypothalamic syndrome needing a constant doctor s checking.

2. Why in my sleep are teeth knocking.

And in my friend they are  involuntary, but very stronger are teeth knocking, and tongue bites.

Why are the reasons here, and which cure is?

A night gnashing with teeth or bruxism meeting in 15 percents of livers, and not a symptom for disease. Reasons here are not found, and often reasons here are stress, as in worry, anxiety inside, and  excitations before sleep. And stats are showing about a genetical predisposition on night teeth gnashing.

And how to fight it? And specialists here advising before sleep  lead to exhaustion chewing muscle with a good chewing and chopping apple, carrot or other hard products.

And muscle tension lowering a hot compress for t10-15 min apply on chewing muscles region and before sleep. And sometimes suck teeth knocks are having in organic  damaging for head brain or neurotic disorders, here needing investigation, and visit neurologist with apparatus testing   for head brain or MRT and EEG , and visit psychotherapeutist.

3. What is liver s haemangioma?

A how to cure her with official and alternative medicine.

Haemangioma is a benign forming, ball of blood vessels. And displaying without symptoms. And a most often they are unborn, of a birth liver injury and after injury concussions, and in women's they are meeting often,than  in males, as very spreading condition. And find for a first time on ultrasound liver testing . Haemangiomas for small sizes and not growing are not dangerous , just needing in checking. Haemangiomas on 5 cm and more and fast-growing, which affecting on discomfort, are needing in surgery.

4. On my 24 y.old am having pricking in heart,am smoking, maybe this is a reason.

Reasons here are much, and one is affecting of smoking addiction, are ability for rising frequently heart shortenings, and in result heart working intensively. Person smoking one box/day, that affecting doubly  risk for heart attack, smokers pulse are on  10-20  hits/ min often, than in not smokers , within a year heart make on 5-11 millions more shortening. And for avoiding infarcts are not allowing to deficit for proteins , decreasing containing animal fats in meal and avoid smoking. And for put right diagnosis you need to visit for doctor and check ECG test.

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[envihellbender]

Slave master shows up to get what Stitches promised him. Lev kills him. Horribly.

Characters: Kristián/Stitches, Lev (OCs)

Settings: Cyberpunk, Gorelex verse

Content: Mature (gore, coarse language, nothing explicit), m/m romance, dystopian, oppression, slavers

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Lev was starting to feel more comfortable being home alone, it was almost nice in a way. Stitches going to the marketplace at the Selot Docks for food and supplies was almost normal, domestic even. Lev laid back on the his nest in the corner, what had begun as his piles of cushions blankets on the floor that Stitches created for him when he brought him home was now an actual corner that belonged to just Lev. There was a mattress, sheet, blankets, cushions, books, a tablet, drawings that Stitches had made pinned to the wall… it was his. He didn’t really sleep here any more, he usually curled up in the bed at the other corner of the room. Or rather, a mattress held up on wooden pallets. It was big enough for both of them to curl up on, but Lev still enjoyed his corner. Right next to Stitches’ work station. He was simply tapping away at his tablet when there was a loud knock at the metal door. Lev froze. Generally the Goreta Housing Facility was safe, the fact it was protected by the Draves crime family meant so long as you kept up with rent the Police couldn’t touch you and the Draves wouldn’t. This meant for the the most part people minded their own business.

The insistent knock broke Lev out his thought process. Everything about this was so odd and Stitches hadn’t prepared him for it. anyone who did want to call to hide Stitches they did it via the intercom. A bang on the door was… strange. Worrying. Lev took a deep breath and told himself he was safe, Stitches had covered his barcode with one of his specialist tattoos. A body modification on his neck, a black square covering the brand entirely and then covering that was a green and blue snake that moved in the same figure of eight pattern. He picked up his goggles, being silver with blue lenses meant they hid his scarlet eyes perfectly. He nervously pulled himself up, the anxiety causing a warm static hum to radiate from his skin. He stood by the door and cleared his throat.

“What do you want?” He said, voice strained and hoarse.

“Stitches. We need to talk,” a soft voice responded. Lev swallowed and grew quiet for a moment, the man on the other side of the door sounded like he didn’t belong here. He belonged in business meetings and on a yacht, maybe fucking his secretary whilst his wife looked after the kids. His Received Pronunciation with a lilting accent did not put Lev at ease.

“Stitches isn’t here.”

“Well. Then perhaps I should come in and wait for him.”

“I… No. I don’t-” Lev began anxiously. The idea of someone being in his space made his skin itch, especially a threat. He was interrupted by a low chuckle and the response was sharp and sinister as if the man’s tongue was a diamond blade.

“Let me in before I shout at the top of my lungs about how Stitches is hiding an Esper in here.” The threat hung in the air, a heavy silence which could have been a second or a minute rested on Lev’s chest. His breath growing quick and tagged.

“You… fuck. Fine. Fuck,” he spluttered. He stood back for a moment, feeling the energy filling his body, shaking and burning. He took a deep breath and tried to calm it. It was only one man, he thought, he could take him. He entered the passcode to unlock the door, the moment it cracked open a middle aged man shoved it open with his shoulder and slipped through the crack. His salt and pepper hair was immaculately sculpted, his nails short and clean, with his suit freshly pressed. He had forgone a tie and just allowed his top three buttons to remain open, showing off a metallic shine around his collar bone. He allowed the door to lock behind him, Lev took a step back, letting a hand fall to touch Stitches’ workstation, balancing and comforting him.

“Well, well. Stitches wasn’t lying,” the man said with a smirk. “The goggles and tattoo hide it, but I’m sure your owner won’t be happy that your burning his little sketches.” Lev jumped and picked up his hand from Stitches desk, the perfectly sculpted diagrams now charred. Lev sighed and clenched his jaw, he’d deal with that later.

“What do you want?” He said, his voice harsh and his gaze glaring.

“Pleased to meet you too. Jean-Pascal, I would shake your hand but I don’t want the erm, you know,” Jean-Pascal scowled as if thinking about touching Lev would give him a disease.

“What do you want?”

“Straight to business, fine.” Jean-Pascal shrugged his shoulders, everything he did seemed oddly theatrical. His spine was a little too straight and his limbs awkward in a way that Lev couldn’t explain. “I’m here to take what Stitches promised me.”

“What the fuck are you talking about? Stitches- he’d have told me,” Lev insisted, spluttering with each word. Jean-Pascal raised one black eyebrow.

“You know, I’ve never met a pet Esper whore who talks back before.”

“I’m not a fucking pet. Or a whore,” Lev spat.

“Doesn’t the stasis chamber you were forced into sap the fight right out of you? From the age of what, six?” Jean-Pascal’s voice was infuriatingly smug, as if he was talking to a child or a dog. It resulted in Lev’s body temperature rising and a humming static covering his body.

“I didn’t get-” Lev ground his teeth, trying to ensure he didn’t burn the room down around him as some tools on the walls were shaken free and fell onto the ground. Jean-Pascal gave a quick glance in their direction meaning he didn’t catch Lev’s flinch. “Never mind. Fuck you. What do you want?”

“You.” Jean-Pascal’s words were simple and hung in the air like a he’d just dropped one of Stitches’ tools on his chest.

“I… what? What are you talking about?” Lev backed away, his nerves growing and his control on the energy inside of him wavering.

“It’s quite straight forward really,” Jean-Pascal began as he started to pace up and down the small apartment that had once been a storage facility. “Stitches told me he had found a stray Esper he wanted to sell. Then all of a sudden he changed his mind, cancelled the deal,” he said as stopped and took a step forward to close the space between them. Lev stumbled backwards, just about managing to stop himself from falling.

“Well. Then I’m not for sale any more, am I?”

“Him wanting a personal pet doesn’t mean-”

“I’m not a pet! Jesus Christ. He… he changed his mind on a few things.”

“So what are you then?”

“I don’t know. I… We’re… He’s my-” Lev looked away and took a deep breath.

“What? Your boyfriend?” Jean-Pascal mocked as he rolled his dark grey eyes.

“Yeah. He is, actually.”

“He’s got you fooled, hasn’t he?”

“No. It’s real. It’s all… Real.”

“So, why did he want to sell you then?”

“He didn’t know me then!” Lev snapped. “He… He changed his mind. He was… he felt guilty. The day he tried to take me to the underground market in the old subway system. He said he didn’t want to sell anything. Took me back home. Never mentioned it again.” Jean-Pascal was silent and stared thoughtfully at Lev.

“What does he want? More money?”

“No. No.” Lev’s shoulders tensed and he turned away from Jean-Pascal and hung his head. He hated being stared at. So much so it made his body begin shaking. Not in a physical way, as if he was nervous, but more his bones shook in the way a machine would when switched on. “He said he doesn’t want to be the kind of guy that sells people.”

“You’re not people.” The sudden shout from Jean-Pascal made Lev flinch as his mouth grew dry and his stomach twisted. His fiddled with the sleeve of his suit jacket, straightening it and dusting it off before he responded with his voice returned to its normal volume. “You’re supposed to have had that thought beaten out of you.”

“Whatever. So. I’m not for sale. Me and Stitches are fine. And happy. And you can fucking leave.” Lev attempted to sound threatening but he knew his voice had cracked as he spoke.

“No, see, I’ve gotten Stitches enough customers he should know by now I don’t go back on a deal,” Jean-Pascal growled. He lunched forward, grabbing Lev by the neck. “Nice goggles, specially made too, huh? Stitches must have worked really hard on them.” His fingers began toying with the band and that’s when Lev felt it. His body began to heat up, sparks radiating from his fingers. He yelled as the energy left his body, lightening coming from the spaces between his fingers, accompanied by a blue flame. The power shocked the man’s body, freezing him in terror as parts of his skin melted from his body, alongside his muscles and tendons, white parts of bone sticking out. His suit was burned to tatters, and he smelt like burning pork. His body stayed there statuesque for a moment as Lev giggled and smirked watching him. His trousers were stained with urine, and suddenly his joints splintered as his legs could no longer hold him and his corpse fell to the ground. Lev sighed, a giddy excitement filling his body. He walked over to the body and kicked it in the man’s gut, he then stamped on his face and rolled his neck back and forth with his foot.

“Hope Risto knows of a good body disposal place nearby,” Lev mused as he giggled to himself, watching how the man’s eyeballs were empty he wondered if he should take them out as a memento.

[agavepediatrics]

Comprehensive Paediatric Care at Agave Pediatrics: A Holistic Approach to Your Child’s Health in Arizona

At Agave Pediatrics, we pride ourselves on offering a wide range of services to ensure the health and well-being of your child. From routine check-ups to specialised treatments, our team is dedicated to providing the best care possible. Here’s an overview of the comprehensive services we offer:

1. Best Pediatrician in Arizona Choosing the right pediatrician is crucial for your child’s health. At Agave Pediatrics, we have a team of experienced and compassionate pediatricians, renowned for their expertise and dedication. Our doctors are committed to providing personalised care tailored to your child’s unique needs.

2. Same-Day Sick Visits in Arizona When your child falls ill, timely medical attention is essential. We offer same-day sick visits to ensure your child receives prompt care, minimising discomfort and preventing complications. Our efficient scheduling and dedicated staff make it easy to get the help you need when it matters most.

3. Tongue Tie Specialists in Arizona Tongue tie can affect a child’s ability to feed and speak properly. Our specialists are skilled in diagnosing and treating tongue tie, using the latest techniques to ensure a swift and effective resolution. Early intervention can make a significant difference in your child’s development and quality of life.

4. Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (OMM) in Phoenix OMM is a hands-on approach to diagnosing and treating illnesses. Our OMM services in Phoenix focus on enhancing your child’s natural ability to heal. By addressing musculoskeletal issues, we help improve overall health and well-being.

5. Lactation Consultant in Phoenix, AZ Breastfeeding can be challenging for new mothers. Our lactation consultants in Phoenix provide support and guidance to help you and your baby succeed. From addressing latch issues to offering advice on breastfeeding techniques, we are here to support you every step of the way.

6. Well-Child Visits Schedule in Arizona Regular well-child visits are essential for monitoring your child’s growth and development. At Agave Pediatrics, we follow a comprehensive well-child visit schedule, ensuring that your child receives timely vaccinations, developmental screenings, and health assessments.

Conclusion At Agave Pediatrics, we understand that every child is unique and deserves the highest standard of care. Our comprehensive range of services is designed to meet all your child’s health needs, from infancy through adolescence. Trust us to be your partner in ensuring your child’s health and well-being.