Open AccessNeurofunctional reorganization in myo-osteo-dentofacial disorders: Complementary roles of orthodontics, speech and myofunctional therapy
Author(s) -
Beatriz A. E Padovan
Publication year - 1995
Publication title -
the international journal of orofacial myology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 2694-2526
pISSN - 0735-0120
DOI - 10.52010/ijom.1995.21.1.5
Subject(s) - swallowing , orthodontics , breathing , speech therapy , medicine , psychology , mastication , dentistry , audiology , anatomy
A system of therapy for improving nasal breathing, sucking ability, chewing, swallowing, speech and orofacial muscle function is described. The therapeutic exercises do not require conscious cooperation, so they can be used with very young or handicapped children. Novel strategies for helping children overcome damaging oral habits are detailed. Patterns of collaboration between therapist and orthodontist are described for specific malocclusions. Incomplete copy (missing pages 34-35)