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Snoring, Sleep, and the Airway: When an SLP Should Be on Your Care Team

Snoring is common. It can also be a warning sign. The mistake most people make is assuming snoring is only a

Myofunctional Therapy: Who It’s For, What It Treats, and What to Expect

“Myofunctional therapy” gets talked about everywhere—from orthodontics to sleep—often with big promises and vague definitions. Clinically, it’s much more specific: Orofacial

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Tongue Resting Posture: Why It Matters for Speech, Sleep, and Oral Health

Tongue resting posture is one of those topics that sounds “small” until you understand how often the tongue is at rest.

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Mouth Breathing: Causes, Risks, and What Therapy Can Do

Mouth breathing is common—especially during a cold—but habitual mouth breathing (daytime, nighttime, or both) is different. It can be a signal

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Dysphagia After Stroke: Signs, Risks, and Treatment Pathways

Swallowing problems (dysphagia) are common after stroke—and they’re not just uncomfortable. Post-stroke dysphagia can affect: The American Stroke Association explains that

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Thickened Liquids: When They Help, When They Don’t, and Safer Alternatives

If you or a loved one has been told to “thicken liquids,” you’ve probably had two reactions at once: Thickened liquids

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MBSS vs. FEES: Which Swallow Study Do I Need (and What Should I Expect)?

If you’ve been referred for a swallow study, you’ll usually hear one of two names: Both are instrumental swallowing assessments used

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Silent Aspiration: Signs, Risks, and What to Do Next

Most people think aspiration always looks obvious—coughing, choking, “going down the wrong pipe.” But aspiration can occur without coughing or outward

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