5.5 year old Palate expansion

June 15, 2022

5.5 year old palate expansion – one month progress report.

A common problem that parents bring their children in to see us is speech therapy that is not really going anywhere.

What I usually look at is can we restore more normal jaw structure and make more tongue space, and can we restore more normal mobility through myofunctional therapy +/- tongue tie release.

I’m getting a subset of parents report very rapid changes with speech after commencing palate expansion, well before tongue ties are addressed.
This mum shares her observations, and it’s why I think it’s important that the fields of dentistry and speech integrate more in future to help build children’s confidence.

Disclaimer:
Any orthodontic procedure carries risk, and individual results may vary. Before proceeding with treatment, you should seek a second opinion with specialist orthodontist.

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Dr Shereen Lim

We unlock greater health and wellness through addressing tongue ties, oral dysfunction and promoting good jaw and airway development.

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