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Tongue Thrust Therapy
Brace Face?
If not eliminated early, tongue thrust results in orthodontic braces at some point to make up for what the tongue did not do naturally during development.
STTP-EIP Encore Presentation April 23
For those of you who missed it, we will be doing it again on April 23rd! The LIVE webinar will be presented at various times so that you can adjust to fit your time zone and the schedule that works best for you.
Is Your Child At Risk For Developing Tongue Thrust?
So what if we could go back and potentially undo some of these contributing factors at the earliest of ages rather than waiting until they are 8 and already entrenched in the reverse swallow tongue thrust patterns? This idea is so radical and revolutionary it just might change the face of tongue thrust!
Do You Love Eliminating Tongue Thrust?
Tongue thrust is just enough different from our typical caseloads that many clinicians minimize it or ignore it not understanding the potential impact. Others may attempt to treat it but quickly feel frustrated because of poor progress and motivation which ultimately results in poor outcomes
Tongue Thrust Like Its 1978?
I guess I’m amazed because I’ve been effectively treating and eliminating tongue thrust for over 15 years, so when I hear these reports from clients, friends, or family I just shake my head in disbelief! Am I time warping back to 1978?
Brace Face?
It’s interesting to me that it has become a “cool, social status” to have braces (younger and younger) but to address the underlying cause of the braces (for many but not all) is completely ignored and even avoided.
Tongue Thrust: The Early Years
I am frequently asked about what can be done with the tongue thrust kiddos who are under the age of intervention for the Stone Tongue Thrust Protocol (STTP) because they don’t have the awareness and attention to actively participate in the intensive remediation program. Should you ignore it? Wait for 8?
What You Don’t Know About Tongue Thrust: The Hidden Danger
Most tongue thrust referrals come from orthodontists because the tongue is interfering with the growth pattern of the teeth. Some view this as a cosmetic problem and will use appliances such as baskets, spikes or even braces and retainers to discourage the tongue thrust. However, what often happens is that as soon as the appliances …
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Top 5 Questions to Ask Your Tongue Thrust Provider
The Stone Tongue Thrust Protocol (STTP) is a revolutionary treatment protocol that, when used correctly by a Certified STTP provider, eliminates the tongue thrust efficiently. A provider who has taken the time to specialize and certify with the STTP will have a different perspective of tongue thrust and expectation for timeline of elimination.
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