Why a “Former Thumb Sucker” Still Needs Myofunctional Therapy
After a thumb sucker kicks the habit, the myofunctional dysfunction remains. The obstacle may be gone, but the poor oral posture and tongue thrust are left behind.
A thumb sucker develops a tongue thrust and low resting tongue posture due to the obstacle (the thumb) being in the mouth. A person swallows 1200-2000 times per day. Do you think a thumb sucker removes the thumb every time he or she needs to swallow? No way! So…the tongue thrust is born!
In this week’s video, learn why myofunctional therapy is still important!
About Carmen M. Woodland
Carmen found her path of passion years ago as a dental hygienist. After a stint in graduate school to earn her M.B.A., she left clinical hygiene practice to start her business, Integrative Myofunctional Therapy. In addition to seeing clients in her private online practice, she also teaches the craft of myofunctional therapy in her Myo Mastery Program, coaches dental offices on how to implement myofunctional screening into the daily practice, and speaks frequently in various settings.
Carmen is a provider for the Foundation of Airway Health, where she works diligently for the recognition, diagnosis, and treatment of airway related disorders.
In addition, she is a proud member of several professional associations that afford her the opportunity to learn so that she can help her clients. Her professional memberships include:
How To Work With Carmen
Free Online Assessment
ALL clients start with an ONLINE assessment. This is complimentary (1 per family) and you can schedule that here.
See Carmen In Person
I have a private studio located in Grand Junction, Colorado. If you want the option to work in person, please contact me to discuss this possibility!
Comprehensive Exam
All clients must have a comprehensive myofunctional exam. You can jump right in if you’d like. Click here to schedule.
Is My Therapy For You?
I do an excellent job of choosing the best clients to work with. I have programs of all types and prices, including payment plans. You can check out my programs here.
Myofunctional Therapy Resources
I have the Tongue-Tie and Myofunctional Therapy Support Group on Facebook, which you are encouraged to join.
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I teach a free class called: “Become a V.H.P: Your 6 Step Roadmap to Becoming a Vital Healthy Person By Understanding Your Myofunctional Impairment”. You can watch one of the video replays here.