Case presentation: Resolution of an oral lesion as a result of orofacial myofunctional therapy

Authors

Shari GreenFollow

Abstract

This case presentation examines the etiology, evaluation and treatment of a 57 year-old-female presenting with an area of irritation/chronic lesion on the anterior lingual surface. Orthodontic history and lingual and labial postures are discussed.

Keywords

tongue posture, weak tongue reflexes, otitis media, clenching, temporal mandibular joint pain (TMJ), swallowing and tongue thrust therapy.

Suggested Citation

Green, S. (2000). Case presentation: Resolution of an oral lesion as a result of orofacial myofunctional therapy. International Journal of Orofacial Myology, 26(1), 47-50.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.52010/ijom.2000.26.1.6