JKS & Assoc Therapies for Success--Nasal Breathing for a Healthy Life

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By Jodie Schuller, MA., CCC-SLP, COM & Tessa Floodberg LaPointe, MA., CCC-SLP

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Tongue Thrust & Orofacial Myology

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Proper lip and tongue postures are critical to a healthy life and optimal appearance!

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Closed lips are required for healthy breathing.

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Closed lips make air flow through the nose, where it filters out allergens and airborne bacteria.

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Closed lips also keep the front teeth back; they are mother nature's natural retainer!

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Open-mouth breathing allows airborne particles to flow directly into the lungs and often leads to illness, sagging skin and premature aging.

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It can also cause the face to grow at a downward angle, making the face appear too long and narrow.

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A healthy tongue is suctioned up to the roof of the mouth.

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A healthy tongue is suctioned up to the roof of the mouth.

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This shows poor tongue posture.

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When the tongue is up there, it's in speech-ready position and also helps to widen the palate.

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A tongue that sits low and forward in the mouth can put undue pressure on the teeth and push them out of alignment.

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A tongue thrust develops as the tongue protrudes forward to swallow.

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This unhealthy tongue posture can also cause lisps and other speech disorders.

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Improper lip and tongue postures can also cause TMJ pain.

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In fact, airway problems can even lead to sleep apnea and other related life-threatening illnesses.

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Orthodontists and dentists see many of these problems.

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An orthodontist may have a patient who has a stubborn open bite that won't stay closed after braces are removed.

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A dentist may have a patient with a thumb sucking habit.

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There are many things you can do to help you and your children develop healthy airways and optimize appearance!

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√ Keep allergies and nasal congestion under control.

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√ Eliminate sucking habits including fingers, pacifiers, toys, clothing & writing utensils.

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√ Encourage toddlers to use straws and open cups by 6 months of age.

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√ Take time at meals to chew food thoroughly with lips closed.

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For more tips on achieving success with healthy nasal breathing, go to our website and use the dropdown menu under freebies!

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Seek out specialists with a background in tongue thrust and orofacial myology;

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those who understand the connection between tongue/lip posture, healthy nasal breathing, & clear speech production.

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The specialists at Jodie K. Schuller & Associates Therapies for Success have been treating tongue thrusts, openmouth breathing and speech disorders for over 35 years.

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Give us 4 months for a brighter future!

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Thank you for watching!

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Video designed by Christina Pak

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