Myofunctional Therapy
Thumbsucking: A Seemingly Innocent Habit Can Have Serious Consequences
NOTE FROM DR. EMILY WATSON: One common habit children have that can lead to such problems as improper jaw growth and misaligned bites is thumbsucking. Some children rid themselves of the habit easily by the time they are 2 or 3, but for others it hangs on stubbornly and that’s when problems can develop. I…
Read MoreSleep, School Grades, and How Orthodontists Can Help
By Dr. Emily Watson Parents understandably become frustrated when their child’s latest school report card shows a slip in grades and, perhaps even more troubling, includes comments from the teacher about behavior problems. Mom and Dad are likely to deliver a stern lecture, insisting that the child improve their study habits and conduct themselves in…
Read MoreBreathe Better, Live Better Part 2: Treating Problems Caused By Mouth Breathing
By Dr. Emily Watson Perhaps you notice it when your child is sleeping. Or maybe it’s while they are watching TV. Instead of breathing through the nose, the child is breathing through the mouth, a habit that can seem “normal,” but actually can affect a child’s health, growth, and development. In my previous article, I…
Read MoreAmaya’s Story: Watch Her Grow!
Amaya started coming to my office when she was almost 8 years old. She had undergone part of a phase I treatment before I started seeing her. This first photo was taken six years ago. One thing I know for sure is that I did not see then, what I see now! Now, I see…
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