What does an OMD look like on my child?
1. Resting with lips apart
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2. Forward tongue posture
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3. Tongue thrust (parents see a "lisp")
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4. Picky eating
WHAT ARE OROFACIAL MYOFUNCTIONAL DISORDERS?
Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders are atypical patterns within orofacial structures.
Orofacial Myology includes evaluation and treatment of:
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1. Abnormal non-nutritive sucking habits (thumb, pacifier etc)
2. Abnormal oral rest posture (mouth open, tongue out)
3. Abnormal neuromuscular muscle patterns while eating
4. Abnormal breathing patterns
5. Abnormal swallow patterns
6. Abnormal speech patterns
7. Pre-Post operation treatment for TOTS (tethered oral tissues)
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Information from IAOM.com/faq/
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What are OMDs caused by?
1. Restricted airway
2. Improper oral habit (thumb-sucking, extended pacifier use)
3. Tongue Ties, other structural abnormalities
4. Neurological deficits and developmental delays
5. Hereditary predisposition
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Information from IAOM.com/faq/
