6 MONTHS — 12 YEARS
Growing Up Healthy
Built on trust, awareness, and advocacy—our care grows with your child. As your baby becomes a busy, curious kid, their needs evolve—but our philosophy stays the same. From first teeth to growing smiles, we look beyond cavities to support healthy breathing, posture, and development. These are the years when habits form, growth patterns take shape, and early support makes a lifelong impact. We’re here to help you stay confident, informed, and connected every step of the way.
Early Clues, Trusted Instincts
Here are early signs that may point to oral function, growth, or airway issues:
Infants & Toddlers
Difficulty latching or staying latched
Clicking sounds during feeding
Reflux, gassiness, or poor weight gain
Mouth always open during sleep
Struggles with new textures or solids
Preschool & Elementary Age
Snoring, restless sleep, or bedwetting
Mouth breathing, even during the day
Speech delays or articulation issues
Teeth grinding
Hyperactivity or frequent meltdowns
Older Kids (7–12)
Crowded teeth or narrow palate
Frequent cavities despite brushing
Dark under-eye circles or tired appearance
Poor posture or forward head position
Trouble focusing or staying regulated
These signs don’t mean something is wrong—they just mean your child might benefit from a deeper look. And that’s exactly what we’re here for.
The Biological Approach
As kids grow, their bodies, brains, and behaviors change quickly—and their oral health evolves right along with them. At health:latch, we look beyond the surface to understand how a child’s airway, posture, sleep, and daily habits shape their development.
Our biological approach connects all the pieces: how the tongue rests, how the jaw grows, how the body moves, and how the breath flows. These aren’t separate systems—they’re part of one beautiful, interconnected design.
Instead of waiting for problems to appear, we focus on prevention and gentle course-correction. Whether your child is learning to chew, speak clearly, or sleep soundly, our goal is the same: to create a foundation for lifelong balance, confidence, and well-being.
How We Support You
Gentle, thorough evaluation
Rooted in science, delivered with compassion.
Clear guidance
We explain what we see in a way that makes sense.
Team-based care
When other providers are needed, we coordinate so you don’t feel alone.
Empowered advocacy
We equip you to speak up and make confident choices for your baby.
Your Patient Journey
Step 1
MESSAGE US NOW
Message us on any device by clicking the floating “Message Us Now” button on this page.
We’ll send you details on what to expect during your visits, and associated costs.
Step 2
COMPLETE YOUR STORY FORM
Share more about you, your child & the specific issues you’re having.
Meanwhile, we’ll text you with pre-visit educational videos and digital forms.
Step 3
SCHEDULE YOUR DISCOVERY VISIT
We review your story form to address your family’s needs, then text with any questions and quickly schedule your first discovery visit.
COMING BY JANUARY 1, 2026!
Why Babies Suck
Dr. Thomas’s new book for parents navigating feeding, airway, and early development.
Growing Together, Every Step of the Way
Your child keeps growing—and so does their care. Each stage brings new questions, new habits, and new opportunities to support their development. We’re here to guide you through it all, helping you feel confident, informed, and supported every step of the way.
Happy Results
The Ruiz Family, Seattle
“health:latch didn’t just take care of my son’s teeth—they handled every conversation with his doctor and therapist so I could focused on him. And the laser treatment? He didn’t even flinch.”
Austin Huston
“As a mom of four and a birth doula in the community, I’ve seen my fair share of tongue- and lip-tied babies. The service and care at health:latch is truly unmatched. From the quick scheduling and day-of service, to check-ins and follow-up, everything is streamlined in a way you simply can’t beat. What’s usually a stressful, anxiety-inducing procedure becomes a genuinely positive experience.
I refer all of my clients here and always say that the travel time and/or cost is worth it for the peace of mind. Thank you, Dr. Thomas!”
Adiana Graybill
“At 20 weeks pregnant, my husband and I were overjoyed to see our baby girl on the anatomy scan. That joy quickly turned to fear when we learned she had tetralogy of Fallot with pulmonary atresia. We prepared ourselves for surgeries, medications, and recovery—but I was in denial about one thing: feeding difficulties.
After her birth and open-heart surgery at five days old, a feeding tube was placed, and our challenges truly began. She struggled with bottles, making clicking noises, spitting up, arching her back in discomfort, and developing a severe oral aversion. Despite trying everything—medications, therapies, endless feeding strategies—she wasn’t improving. I voiced my concerns to her feeding team, cardiologists, pediatrician, and therapists, but was repeatedly brushed off—told tongue ties were "over diagnosed" or "not an issue if she could stick her tongue out." Deep down, I knew something was being overlooked.
That’s when I found Dr. Thomas at health:latch. Initially skeptical, I quickly saw his genuine care and expertise. He identified not only a tongue tie but also a lip tie, and with the guidance of an experienced OT, we moved forward with the release. Dr. Thomas was meticulous, prioritizing her safety above all else.
The results? Life-changing. She latched onto a pacifier, her lip blisters disappeared, and bottle feeds became smoother—no more clicking! Every day brings new progress, and we are beyond grateful for Dr. Thomas’s skill and integrity. If you’re struggling with feeding challenges and not getting answers, don’t wait—this could be the solution you’ve been searching for.”