At Bridging Barrier Therapy Center, our Oral Placement Therapy (OPT) program focuses on strengthening the muscles of the mouth, jaw, tongue, and lips to support accurate speech production, feeding, and overall oral-motor coordination. This therapy bridges the gap between speech exercises and actual muscle movement, enabling clearer articulation and improved oral control.
Our trained Speech-Language Pathologists use tactile and sensory stimulation techniques, along with specialized tools, to help children and adults develop the necessary oral skills for better speech, swallowing, and feeding patterns. OPT is especially beneficial for individuals with articulation difficulties, low muscle tone, apraxia, or oral motor weakness.
Oral Placement Therapy Benefits
Our Oral Placement Therapy enhances oral strength, coordination, and control. It helps individuals develop the physical foundation required for clear speech and effective feeding.
- Strengthens jaw, lip, and tongue muscles
- Improves clarity and precision in speech sounds
- Enhances chewing, swallowing, and feeding abilities
- Supports better breath control and oral coordination
Improved Oral-Motor Strength
OPT uses sensory-motor exercises to increase the strength and stability of the oral muscles, enhancing control over speech movements.
Better Feeding and Swallowing Skills
Our program improves oral awareness, coordination, and strength required for effective feeding and swallowing patterns in children and adults.
How Oral Placement Therapy Works
At Bridging Barrier Therapy Center, each OPT session is customized to meet individual needs through structured, sensory-based exercises and guided practice. We integrate fun, play-based methods to ensure consistent engagement and steady progress.
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Oral-Motor Assessment
A comprehensive evaluation identifies muscle tone, coordination, and control issues in the lips, jaw, and tongue to create a focused therapy plan.
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Targeted Oral Exercises
Using tactile cues and specialized tools, therapists conduct structured exercises to improve oral movements for clearer speech and better feeding control.
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Progress Tracking & Home Practice
Progress is monitored regularly, and caregivers are trained to continue oral exercises at home for consistent development.
Why Choose Bridging Barrier Therapy Center
Bridging Barrier Therapy Center is known for providing evidence-based Oral Placement Therapy using advanced techniques and compassionate care. Our multidisciplinary approach ensures lasting improvements in both speech clarity and oral function.
- Experienced therapists certified in Oral Placement Therapy
- Customized therapy plans for speech and feeding development
- Use of specialized OPT tools and sensory methods
- Family involvement and guided home practice plans
Frequently Asked Questions
Oral Placement Therapy (OPT) is a tactile-kinesthetic approach that focuses on improving the strength, tone, and coordination of oral muscles for better speech and feeding performance.
Children with articulation difficulties, low muscle tone, apraxia of speech, feeding issues, or developmental delays benefit the most from OPT.
Traditional speech therapy focuses on sound production and language, while OPT emphasizes the physical muscle movements required for clear articulation and feeding control.
Improvement depends on consistency and individual needs, but most clients show positive changes in speech and oral control within a few weeks of regular sessions.
Yes. Adults facing speech clarity or swallowing difficulties due to neurological conditions or muscle weakness can benefit from OPT as part of their rehabilitation.
