Expert Strategies in Orofacial Myology and Speech Therapy.
Discover the Path to Enhanced Speech and Myofunctional Harmony
Whether it's you or your child experiencing speech challenges, you've likely explored various avenues and consulted numerous therapists in search of improvement. Yet, the solution may lie beyond traditional methods.
The key to overcoming a speech disorder often isn't found in the voice, pitch, or cognitive processing alone. Instead, it might be hidden within the facial, mouth, jaw, lip, or tongue muscles.
The intricacies of orofacial myofunctional disorders are frequently missed or fall outside the expertise of many therapists. Even with a suspicion of the underlying issue, they may lack the means to assist. What's needed is a specialist with the unique qualifications and experience to uncover these subtle nuances and devise an effective treatment strategy. Welcome to the Myofunctional Clinic of Bellevue, where we blend expertise with optimism to guide you towards speech and myofunctional well-being.
What we can do for Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy
Temporomandibular
Joint Disorder
TMD is a type of jaw pain that occurs in the sliding hinge of your jaw bone
Tongue Tie and Lip Tie
A Tongue Tie and Lip Tie are conditions where the strip of skin connecting a childs tongue to the floor of their mouth, and the upper lip to the gum, respectively, are shorter than usual, restricting movement.
Tongue Thrust
When your child does not swallow properly, their tongue can push their teeth out of alignment. This means a trip to the orthodontist.
Mouth Breathing Habits
Mouth breathing can become a hard-to-break habit that can cause sleep disorders, dental problems and facial structure differences.
Habit Elimination
While finger or thumb sucking may look cute, it can cause long term dental and oral problems
Speech Therapy starts with Assessment
Speech and Articulation Disorders
If your child has an articulation disorder, they: have problems making sounds and forming particular speech sounds properly.
Communication Skills
The goals of speech therapy include improving pronunciation, strengthening the muscles used in speech, and learning to speak correctly.
Dysphagia and Swallowing Therapy
Swallowing disorders, also called dysphagia (dis-FAY-juh), can occur at different stages in the swallowing process
Injecting fun into myofunctional
Orofacial therapy is a journey towards better health and well-being, and it's important for parents and kids to know that it's a process that can be filled with smiles and laughter. There's no need to fear therapy sessions; they're designed to be engaging and enjoyable, turning challenges into fun activities. Embracing the therapy with a sense of play can make all the difference, transforming it into a positive experience that children look forward to.
A Family affair!
Orofacial Myology isn't just for kids with braces or adults with snoring issues; it's a family affair! From the tiniest tots to the wisest grandparents, this practice helps everyone find their best smile and healthiest habits. Little ones learn to munch and chat with ease, teens ditch the thumb-sucking for cool, clear speech, and grown-ups and seniors keep their chompers and conversation game strong. It's like a fitness routine for your face, keeping every generation grinning and winning!
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