Myofunctional Therapy

What is Tongue Thrust Therapy? During swallowing and during the rest posture the tongue may contribute to an unwanted moving of the teeth. The habit of resting the tongue between the teeth is commonly referred to as “tongue thrust.”

What causes it?

The design of the treatment is:

Correcting Tongue Thrust may:

Thumb and finger-sucking habits
Habitual mouth breathing
Open mouth resting posture
Neurological problems
Structural problems
Development problems

To develop an awareness of muscle function.
To tone the muscles of the mouth.
To change swallowing patterns to aid in orthodontic treatment.
To establish a routine to make the new swallow a habit.

Guide the teeth into a desirable relationship during the growth and development years.
Assist the orthodontist in the attempt to align the teeth and jaws.
Assist in stabilizing the teeth during and/or after orthodontic treatment and/or surgery.