What Is Tongue Thrust and Why It Matters for Adults and Children
The tongue thrust reflex is a common myofunctional disorder where the tongue pushes against or between the teeth during activities like speaking, swallowing, or even resting. If left uncorrected, tongue thrust can lead to dental misalignment, speech issues, and poor oral posture. While often developing in childhood, signs of tongue thrust—such as a lisp, open bite, or mouth breathing—can persist without intervention.
The good news? Myofunctional therapy exercises are a proven, non-invasive solution to retrain the tongue and correct its positioning for long-term relief.
Struggling with Tongue Thrust? Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore
If you find yourself pushing your tongue against your teeth when you talk, eat, or even sleep, you might be dealing with tongue thrust. Left untreated, this condition can cause speech difficulties, orthodontic problems, and disrupted sleep patterns. Some common signs of tongue thrust include:
- Open bite or misaligned teeth
- Frequent mouth breathing
- Difficulty swallowing
- Lisping or unclear speech
These symptoms often go overlooked—but with early intervention, they are manageable.
Personalized Tongue Thrust Exercises Tailored to You
Myofunctional Therapy of Kansas, specializes in using targeted myofunctional therapy exercises to eliminate the tongue thrust reflex. Personalized programs designed to:
Re-educate tongue posture
Improve muscle coordination
Eliminate harmful oral habits
Support proper breathing and swallowing
These structured tongue thrust exercises help patients see results that last—often in just a few months.
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Benefits of Treating Tongue Thrust with Myofunctional Therapy
When you treat tongue thrust using myofunctional therapy, you’ll experience benefits beyond oral health:
- Improved Sleep Quality: Better tongue positioning can reduce airway obstruction and improve nighttime breathing.
- Better Oral Health: Proper tongue posture helps align teeth, reducing gum issues and bite problems.
- Orthodontic stability: Once the braces are removed a tongue thrust will lead to an open bite essentially undoing your treatment
- Increased Confidence: Enhanced speech clarity boosts communication and self-esteem.
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