I have tongue thrust problem. It's my childhood disorder. Whom should I consult ent doctor or dentist.

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Hi. I am sorry to hear about your concern but will be happy to assist you. Tongue thrusting may cause breathing and speech difficulties, open bite, and protruded teeth. Tongue thrust can be treated in different ways with early diagnosis, removal of underlying causes, correcting tongue posture, and breaking of habit with the use of orthodontic appliances. If you?re an adult with a tongue-thrusting issue, it could?ve developed because of chronic allergies or swelling of the adenoids and tonsils. Stress may also be a contributing factor. A consultation with both dentist and ent is required. Let's connect over a call or text so that we can discuss your concern in details and make a treatment plan for you.

Anisha Nanda · Accepted Answer

Hi. I am sorry to hear about your concern but will be happy to assist you. Tongue thrusting may cause breathing and speech difficulties, open bite, and protruded teeth. Tongue thrust can be treated in different ways with early diagnosis, removal of underlying causes, correcting tongue posture, and breaking of habit with the use of orthodontic appliances. If you?re an adult with a tongue-thrusting issue, it could?ve developed because of chronic allergies or swelling of the adenoids and tonsils. Stress may also be a contributing factor. A consultation with both dentist and ent is required. Let's connect over a call or text so that we can discuss your concern in details and make a treatment plan for you.