When NANNY is going to be the adult helper
I have implemented Unplugging the Thumb with a 4 year old. Only after the evaluation and scheduling the initial UTT (Unplugging the Thumb) appointment did the mom inform me that the nanny was going to be the adult helper. What do I do now? They are due to come in later this week and the nanny
Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy Training Courses and Classes
Note: Edit on pagebuilder We prepare you for the Qualification in Orofacial Myology (QOM) through our 28 hour courses Orofacial Myology: From Basics to Habituation. Those that have taken our course rave about their ability to start therapy immediately after our training. This course includes the “Myo Manual,” a detailed evaluation and treatment program, startup tools
Adult tongue sucker
There is no easy help for an adult (or child) tongue sucker. That’s where psychology has to be incorporated. As with all noxious oral habits, you want to work first on Awareness…
Digit habits affecting suctioning ability
The digit sucking…. She ceased this behavior, as of Fall – I’m thinking it was late October. I have seen her, however, now enjoy a lot of tongue gymnastics, twisting and curling her tongue between her front teeth – a form of tongue chewing, I would say
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Tongue sucking child
Hello! I have a question, mostly about timing and involvement with a client and ortho needs…..but there is a secondary issue, as well. She has a high arched and narrow palate from digit sucking…..I’ll address this in a minute……so, what I see is good tip to spot, but she wants to “hang” the rest of
Tongue sucking habit
The boy only sucks his tongue at night per mom. He had his adenoids out at 3 and sucked a pacifier until 2. He doesn’t suck anything besides his tongue now and does not use a sippy cup. He does have an open bite though. Do you have any experience with this or could you give me any pointers?
RDH how to become an insurance provider
If the RDH is working with a DDS, there is a chance for dental insurance coverage. If working with an SLP, again there is a chance for coverage. The International Association of Orofacial Myology is currently trying to address that issue, having appointed a committee to get recognition of an orofacial myology code.
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When Sockie falls off
After watching the CD, my son decided to quit. He wore the Sockie to bed, but it either fell off during the night or he removed it in his sleep. After a few nights, he said Sockie was gone. He must have thrown it away. The dentist told him that he is going to put a rake into his mouth in two weeks if he doesn’t stop sucking his thumb.
UTT open bite how long to wait for tx
I am working with a 7 year old with an anterior open bite. …..background: Referred to me for tongue thrust by her SLP who cannot make progress on her frontal /s/. This girl started with me 3 months ago in November. Evaluation revealed open mouth posturing, forward tongue resting position, drooling, tongue thrust on swallow, and large tonsils.
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What do you do with a tongue sucker?
Hey Sandra, Quick (or long) question for you…what do you do with a tongue sucker? I had one in the summer and I’m not sure I was very effective. She was definitely a tongue thruster, too, so I was treating her for that, thinking that with the increased tongue/oral proprioception would eliminate the need
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