ORPP 1 Day

Screening and Preliminary Intervention for Pediatric SLPs

Agenda Overview

  • Background Information re: OMDs, Definition of OMDs
  • Facts and Fallacies of OMDs
  • Prevalence and Etiology of OMDs
  • Dental Terminology
  • Role of the SLP with OMDs
  • Link between OMDs and Articulation Delays
  • ORPP Screening of OMDs
  • Clinical Applications/Special Considerations:
    • Ankyloglossia
    • Digit sucking habits
    • Small oral isthmus
    • Collaborating with orthodontists
  • Treatment considerations