
Myofunctional Disorders
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Thumb sucking is a natural reflex for children that can sometimes persist beyond the toddler years, potentially leading to speech and dental issues. Our therapy program is designed to gently and effectively help children eliminate this habit. Through positive reinforcement, behavioral strategies, and engaging activities, we support children in developing healthier oral habits. Our goal is to make this transition as smooth and comforting as possible, promoting better speech development and oral health.
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Mouth breathing, often a symptom of underlying airway issues, can affect oral and facial development, sleep quality, and speech clarity. Our practice offers targeted interventions to identify and treat the root causes of mouth breathing. Through a combination of breathing exercises, posture correction, and collaborative care with medical professionals, we aim to transition patients to healthier nasal breathing patterns. Our approach not only enhances speech and dental health but also improves overall well-being by promoting optimal breathing practices.
Specialized Programs
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Developed by Jennifer Simon Triandafilou, MA, CCC-SLP, this program is designed to retrain the muscles of the face and tongue for proper posture within the mouth. It works to correct the swallowing motion and any speech sound errors that have been identified. This program incorporates a variety of exercises that stimulate different muscles that are associated with a tongue thrust. Each exercise is accompanied by an icon that explains which muscle group you will be working on.
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Developed by Robyn Merkle Walsh, SMILE (SysteMatic Intervention for Lingual Elevation) Program is an Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy program targeting speech, oral resting posture, oral habits and swallowing.