Myofunctional

Can Your Tongue Affect Orthodontic Treatment?

Can Your Tongue Affect Orthodontic Treatment?   A tongue thrust occurs when the coordination of swallowing muscles becomes incorrect, causing the tongue to push against the teeth during swallowing and even at rest. This can result in tooth movement. Myofunctional therapy for tongue thrust is an option for patients who are considering orthodontics.   If […]

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Tongue Thrust: What Parents Should Know

Tongue Thrust: What Parents Should Know The role of the tongue in speech is often overlooked, but it plays a crucial part in proper pronunciation and sound development.   During infancy, we naturally swallow with a different pattern, pushing the front tip of the tongue forward instead of keeping it behind the front teeth. This

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