Tongue Thrust

Tongue Thrust

Dental and speech problems can occur when your tongue changes your smile and speech by pushing your teeth from their natural alignment, often prolonging orthodontic treatment.  When the orthodontic braces are removed, lingering tongue thrusting can force your teeth forward again, hindering the desired effect of orthodontic treatment.  

 

Your orthodontist or dentist may refer you for a tongue thrust evaluation and therapy.  Our brief series of sessions can train your tongue and other oral muscles to function properly to prevent orthodontic treatment or reduce your time in braces.  

With our tongue thrust therapy program and supplemental home practice, you can correct your speaking, chewing, and swallowing habits in a few short weeks to restore your clear speech and winning smile.