Pediatric myofunctional therapy in Highlands Ranch lasts approximately six to 12 months, the journey begins with a comprehensive evaluation at Sierk Children’s Dentistry.
During this initial assessment, Dr. Jon will determine the specific needs of your child; such as correcting a tongue thrust or improving mouth breathing. Once the evaluation is complete, we provide you with a diagnostic roadmap and, if necessary, a referral to a trusted specialist who will guide your child through their weekly or bi-weekly therapy exercises.
The timeframe for your child's specific journey will depend on their unique needs, and Dr. Jon will discuss exactly what to expect during your consultation.
The goal of myofunctional therapy may be to correct or improve one or more of the following myofunctional issues:
- Orthodontic problems
- Sleep Issues, including snoring and mouth breathing
- Short attention span
- Tongue thrusting
- Restlessness
- Mouth breathing
- Ongoing thumb sucking or pacifier use
- Exaggerated gag reflex
- Picky eating
- Speech issues
Myofunctional Therapy and Solutions
Aside from targeted exercises, your child may benefit from orthodontic treatment, tongue and lip-tie surgery (performed with a gentle laser), and at-home care advice.
Your child’s pediatric dentist in Highlands Ranch will evaluate their symptoms and anatomical structure to create a comprehensive diagnostic roadmap. We will discuss our findings with you and lay out the best treatment pathways, including specialist referrals, so you can make informed decisions about your child’s care.
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For more information or to schedule a consultation with the dentist, call a dental team member to get started.