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When we think about speech development, we often focus on language skills and pronunciation practice. However, many parents and even some healthcare professionals overlook a critical factor—jaw development. The alignment of a child’s jaw directly influences their ability to produce clear, accurate sounds, impacting not only speech clarity but also other essential functions like swallowing, eating, and breathing.

Why Are So Many Teeth Extracted?
As a dentist with 26 years of experience, I’ve seen countless adult patients undergo multiple extractions simply because there wasn’t enough room in their mouths for their teeth. This is a common issue, but the good news is it doesn’t have to happen to your child.
The traditional approach to treating crowded teeth has often been extraction followed by braces. However, we now understand that the root cause of crowded teeth is an underdeveloped jaw. Instead of removing teeth, we can guide natural jaw growth so that every tooth has the space it needs to come in properly.

Myofunctional Therapy Supports Proper Jaw Growth, Teeth Position, and Airway Development in Children
Discover the critical connection between jaw growth, teeth alignment, and airway development in children. Learn how early intervention, myofunctional therapy, and proper nutrition can prevent dental and respiratory issues.