Tongue Thrust Therapy
X-Ray of patient with overbite due to tongue thrust. |
Our clients for tongue thrust therapy are usually referred by an orthodontist before, during or after their treatment for misalignment. If you have an overbite and are being treated by an orthodontist, you may be interested in our therapy program.
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Patient with dental elastic beginning swallowing treatment. |
The program begins with an evaluation and extends through ten treatment sessions. In a motivated client, that is all it takes to modify the swallow pattern to allow the teeth to stay in alignment. Some of our clients have been able to completely eliminate the need for a retainer. This program requires considerable effort, daily practice and self-motivation, but pays off with big benefits. Due to the rigor of the program, children under 12 years of age need to be approved by the therapist. |
You cannot tell if a person has a tongue thrust, merely by observing their swallowing behavior from the outside. If you or someone you know has a tongue thrust pattern of swallowing, an evaluation can be performed by one of our highly qualified therapists. Please call or email us by going to our "contact us" page.
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