Our Story
Mission: From Babies to Age 12
At health:latch, we began with one mission: to guide families through the challenges of infant feeding, oral ties, and early development—trusting parents’ instincts over “wait and see.”
We soon saw that the same whole-child principles were missing in dentistry for older kids. Families needed care that connects oral health to breath, posture, growth, and overall wellness.
Today, we serve children from infancy through age 12—supporting families from the first latch to the last baby tooth.
From First Feedings to Full Childhood Care
Where We Started
Focused on infant tongue and lip tie releases
Supporting breastfeeding and validating feeding struggles
Advocating for parents’ intuition in healthcare
Early intervention for healthy oral-facial development
Where We’re Going
Full-spectrum biological pediatric dentistry for ages 0–12
Non-toxic, fluoride-free, biocompatible materials
Healthy breath focus and myofunctional therapy
Advanced NIRI imaging with fewer X-rays
Collaboration with occupational therapy for full-body assessments
Our Approach
We integrate pediatric dentistry, occupational therapy, and myofunctional care to address:
Body Structure
Assessing posture and alignment to support facial growth
Oral Function
Encouraging healthy swallowing, tongue posture, and speech patterns
Whole Body Wellness
Connecting oral health to sleep, breathing, and nutrition
Mindful Materials
Using only safe, biocompatible tools and products
Gentle Technology
Advanced CO₂ and Solea® lasers for comfortable treatment
The Values That Guide Us
Radically Kind
We practice extraordinary compassion in everything we do, creating safe spaces for families to thrive.
Fiercely Patient
We understand meaningful change takes time and we remain steadfast supporters throughout the journey.
Disruptively Brave
We challenge conventional wisdom when it doesn't serve children, pioneering better approaches to care.
Defiantly Joyful
We embrace happiness and hope even when facing challenges, bringing light to difficult journeys.
The Heart Behind Our Care
We believe dentistry should be about more than teeth. It should nurture your child’s development, protect their health, and empower you to make confident, informed decisions. That’s why our care model is built on three pillars: