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Aug
The Tongue – A Tiny Muscle with Much Power
My grandmother used to say: “The tongue has the power of life.” Did you know that the tongue is not only vital for speech but also essential to keep us healthy? This unique muscle carries a lot of responsibilities. It is needed for speaking, sucking, tasting, chewing, swallowing, drinking, kissing, shaping our jaws as we grow, maintaining good oral health, and even breathing properly. So much work for such a tiny muscle! It shouldn’t come as a surprise to learn that when the tongue can’t move properly, many basic functions in your body get altered.
Dr. Maribel Santos-Cordero
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With over 30 years’ experience, Dr. Maribel Santos-Cordero is locally recognized as a top dentist. Earning her DMD with high honors from the University of Puerto Rico School of Dental Medicine, she completed her Pediatric Dentistry residency at The Children’s Hospital of Buffalo, NY, a Pediatric Dental Sleep Medicine mini-residency at Tufts School of Dental Medicine and a Surgical Proctoring mini-residency with The Breathe Institute. She is a Diplomate of the ABPD, Fellow of the AAPD and American Laser Study Club, and member of the Academy of Laser Dentistry, International Affiliation of Tongue-Tie Professionals, and ADA. A certified laser surgeon, she is also trained in oral myofunctional therapy and orthodontics and has privileges at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital.