Function-first pediatric care

Healthy starts. Brighter futures.

Compassionate, specialized care for infants and children experiencing feeding, speech, sleep, breathing or oral-function concerns.

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Family-centered Collaborative Personalized

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Breathe. Feed. Grow.

Care that supports the whole child—and every milestone along the way.

Treasure CoastPediatric Specialty Care

Rooted in connection. Guided by expertise.

Infants & Newborns

Support for latch, feeding comfort and early oral function.

Toddlers & Children

Care for speech, sleep, eating and airway-related concerns.

Collaborative Care

A connected approach with the specialists supporting your child.

Function-first care Small changes in oral function can make a meaningful difference in everyday life.

Understanding oral restrictions

More than a visible tie—it is about function.

A tongue-tie or lip-tie may limit movement needed for feeding, swallowing, speech, restful sleep and healthy oral development. Our evaluation looks beyond appearance to understand how your child’s mouth is working in daily life.

Tongue-Tie

A restrictive frenum beneath the tongue can affect elevation, coordination and range of motion.

Lip-Tie

A tight upper-lip frenum can make it more difficult for the lip to move and flange comfortably during feeding.

The whole-child connection

One small mouth. Many connected milestones.

Oral function can influence how children breathe, feed, sleep, communicate, grow and thrive.

Breathe

Supporting comfortable breathing and healthy airway development.

Feed

Helping oral movement feel more coordinated and comfortable.

Sleep

Looking at patterns such as snoring, restlessness and mouth-open sleep.

Talk

Supporting the movement involved in speech and swallowing.

Grow

Encouraging healthy oral posture, palate and facial development.

Thrive

Helping everyday routines feel easier for children and families.

Every age looks different Function and symptoms matter more than appearance alone.

Recognizing the signs

Could these everyday challenges be connected?

A restriction may show up differently in babies, toddlers and school-age children.

Poor or shallow latch

Painful nursing

Clicking during feeding

Slow weight gain

Reflux or frequent spit-up

Excessive gassiness

Long feeding sessions

Milk leaking from the mouth

Difficulty bottle-feeding

Fatigue or frustration while eating

Speech sound difficulties

Picky eating or texture aversion

Choking or gagging

Restless sleep

Teeth grinding

Mouth-open sleeping

Snoring

Daytime mouth breathing

Difficulty finishing meals

Food pocketing in the cheeks

Symptoms and function matter most.
Our team considers mobility, coordination and your family’s concerns together.

How we help

A clear, connected path from evaluation to aftercare.

Thoughtful care at every step—so families understand what is happening, why it matters and what comes next.

Young child smiling widely in a welcoming pediatric environment

A calm, child-centered experience shaped around age, function and individual needs.

Consultation

We listen carefully to your concerns and review feeding, speech, sleep, breathing and developmental patterns.

Functional Evaluation

We assess tongue and lip mobility, oral coordination and the symptoms affecting everyday life.

Laser Treatment

When clinically appropriate, precise CO₂ laser technology is used to release restrictive tissue with focused care.

Collaborative Aftercare

We coordinate follow-up and supportive therapy to help your child adapt to new movement and function.

Why it matters

Care designed to support the whole child.

Thoughtful treatment may support everyday comfort, function and long-term development.

Feeding & Nutrition

Support for latch, oral coordination, comfortable feeding and healthy growth.

Speech & Swallowing

Greater movement may support clearer articulation and more coordinated swallowing.

Restful Sleep

Oral function can be part of a broader picture involving snoring, restlessness and mouth breathing.

Airway Development

Healthy oral posture can contribute to the way the palate, jaws and airway develop over time.

Eating Confidence

Improved mobility may help children manage textures, chewing and mealtime more comfortably.

Everyday Wellbeing

When basic functions feel easier, children and families can move through the day with more confidence.

Dr. Luis Matos, DMD, board-certified pediatric dentist

Advanced education

Tongue-Tied AcademyAHS Mini-Residency - PediatricsTeam AIR Coaching

Meet your provider

Specialized care led by Dr. Luis Matos, DMD.

Dr. Matos combines the perspective of a board-certified pediatric dentist with advanced education through Tongue-Tied Academy, live-patient coursework at Dr. Richard Baxter’s Tongue-Tied Academy in Birmingham, Alabama, the Airway Health Solutions Mini-Residency - Pediatrics and the Team AIR Coaching Program. His preparation supports thoughtful evaluation, family education, follow-up and collaborative care.

Board-CertifiedPediatric dentistry

Tongue-Tied AcademyAdvanced online education

AHS Mini-ResidencyPediatric airway education

Team AIRProvider + whole-team education

Training modelOnline, in-person and live-patient learning

Clinical lensFunction-first evaluations for feeding, airway and oral development

Meet Dr. Matos

Your story is part of the evaluationHistory, symptoms and family observations help shape the clinical picture.

Function matters more than appearance aloneA visible frenum does not automatically determine treatment.

Care is designed to be collaborativeTherapists and other specialists may be included when their support is appropriate.

Follow-through is part of the planEducation and follow-up help families understand progress and next steps.

Training strengthens the evaluation and care process; every recommendation remains individualized to the child’s history, clinical findings and functional needs.

Collaborative care

Better outcomes happen through a team approach.

A release is one part of care. Depending on your child’s age and needs, supportive therapy may help build strength, coordination and new functional patterns. Our Team AIR education also supports consistent communication across the entire TC TOTs team.

Lactation consultants for infant feeding support
Speech-language pathologists for speech and swallowing
Myofunctional therapists for oral posture and function
Occupational and feeding therapists when appropriate
Other trusted specialists based on your child’s needs

Meet Our Trained Team Approach

Professional referrals are welcome.

We value clear communication and coordinated care with the providers already supporting your child.

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Parent and child sharing a relaxed moment together

Collaborative care

“Care feels different when every professional is moving toward the same goal.”

Your first visit

Clear answers before you take the next step.

Every child is different. These general answers can help families feel more prepared before contacting our team.

Do we need a referral?

Referral requirements can vary by insurance plan and care pathway. Contact our office and we will help you confirm what is needed before scheduling.

What happens during the first visit?

The visit begins with your child’s history and your observations. The clinical evaluation considers oral movement, symptoms and everyday function before any recommendations are discussed.

Does an evaluation always lead to treatment?

No. A visible frenum alone does not determine care. Recommendations may include observation, supportive therapy, further evaluation or treatment depending on the child’s function and needs.