Orthodontic Support


Did you know that your tongue is supposed to rest on the roof of your mouth? Not floating, not touching any teeth, and not in the bottom? Sealed with a slight suction all the way up. Can you suction your tongue to the roof of your mouth? If not, then you may need some help to succeed in your orthodontic treatment beyond braces or Invisalign.

Can You Pass the Swallow Test?

While sitting up, take a drink of water out of a cup and swallow. Do you feel your tongue push up against your teeth? Is it gulpy?

Try again. This time, put the water in your mouth, smile with your teeth showing, and try to swallow the liquid. What happened?

Did the water come out of your mouth? Did you have to close your lips to keep it from coming out?

Why did my teeth get crooked in the first place?


Here are some of the reasons you or your child may need orthodontic care now or in the future:

  • Thumb sucking/ finger sucking

  • Mouth breathing (day or night)

  • Low tongue posture

  • Lips not being sealed together (day or night)

  • Tongue-tie

  • Genetics

Myofunctional Therapy:

  • Can help improve the alignment of the teeth and jaws

  • Can reduce the risk of gum problems

  • Can improve speech clarity (a referral to a speech therapist may be made. We do not offer or teach speech therapy)

  • Can help to reduce mouth breathing

  • Can improve the overall health of the orofacial complex

If you or your child has tongue thrust, myofunctional therapy is a key component in maintaining your beautiful, new smile.

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Wisconsin Myofunctional Therapy

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