When the tongue sticks out of the mouth while at rest or is present between the upper and lower anterior teeth while swallowing or speaking, it is referred to as tongue thrusting. Tongue thrusting is physiologic in babies. If it continues in childhood, it becomes a pathology as it causes dental malocclusion. It may also interfere with speech (lisping sounds). Enlarged tonsils or adenoids, upper respiratory tract infection, mouth breathing can also cause tongue thrusting in children. Habit-breaking appliances like tongue crib, oral screen, Hawley's device, 4s exercises, tongue training exercises, etc., can help.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Why have not they put fixed retainers in your case? Especially if the case got relapsed.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Yes, you can get the particular segment of teeth re-braced and later a permanent retainer.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please say your age. Usually, tongue thrusting is done unconsciously. So initially, you should be aware of it.
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Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As per your description, you are having open bite and tongue thrust. For correction of open bite the exact cause must be ruled out.
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