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Orofacial Myology/Tongue Thrust Therapy Melbourne
Mouth Breathing in Children from Dr. German Ramirez
Orofacial myofunctions have many possible variations, but tongue thrust is the most common.
Tongue thrust is a term used to describe a method of swallowing, where the tongue pushes forward against or through the front teeth. All babies will swallow this way, but as their mouth grows and develops, so too should their swallow pattern. Sometimes however, due to physical factors like weak muscles or jaw structure, this immature swallowing pattern continues into childhood and will persist unless steps are taken to address the issue. Tongue thrust can cause misalignment of teeth and speech problems.
What’s involved in tongue thrust therapy?
Tongue thrust therapy includes exercises to strengthen the jaw muscles, retraining the tongue to stay back from the front of the mouth, and teaching a new way for the person to swallow and form some speech sounds. This instruction programme is performed by our Orofacial Myologist.
Download our Brochure – Tongue Thrust Therapy using SkypeFor further information on Orofacial Myology, please visit www.iaom.com
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Newsletters Archive 2018
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| Feb 2018 | There’s No I in Team or Speech Therapy |
Newsletters Archive 2015
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| Jun 2015 | Open Wide, Thumb Inside (Part One) (with apologies to Play School) |
| Jun 2015 | Open Wide, Thumb Inside (Part Two) (with apologies to Play School) |