Pembroke Pines, FL4 – 18 years

Tongue Thrust & Myofunctional Therapy in Pembroke Pines, FL

Pembroke Pines families choose Mai Speech Therapy for the convenience of in-home sessions and the quality of truly individualized care. Your child receives undivided attention in the setting where they feel most confident.

About Tongue Thrust & Myofunctional Therapy

Myofunctional therapy addresses disorders of the muscles and functions of the face and mouth. Tongue thrust — where the tongue pushes forward against or between the teeth during swallowing, speaking, or at rest — is the most common myofunctional disorder in children. Left untreated, it can affect dental alignment, speech clarity, and swallowing efficiency.

Your child pushes their tongue against or between their teeth when swallowing or speaking
Your child has an open mouth posture or mouth breathes frequently
Your child's orthodontist has recommended myofunctional therapy
Your child has a lisp related to tongue placement

What to Expect

1

Orofacial Assessment

We evaluate tongue resting posture, swallowing pattern, lip seal, breathing, and any related speech sound errors.

2

Exercise Program Design

We create a progressive exercise program tailored to your child's specific myofunctional needs and developmental level.

3

Weekly Sessions

Sessions focus on tongue, lip, and jaw exercises that build new muscle memory, along with speech sound practice if needed.

4

Daily Home Practice

Consistent daily exercises (5-10 minutes) between sessions are essential for retraining muscle patterns. We make the exercises fun and age-appropriate.

Our Approach in Pembroke Pines

Systematic myofunctional exercise protocols
Habit elimination techniques
Oral motor strengthening and coordination
Interdisciplinary coordination with orthodontists and dentists

Frequently Asked Questions

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Your child deserves expert, compassionate speech therapy in the comfort of your Pembroke Pines home. Book a free consultation to take the first step.