Other Places To Get Help
Organizations
| American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry | |
| 211 East Chicago Avenue | |
| Suite 1700 | |
| Chicago, IL 60611-2663 | |
| Phone: | (312) 337-2169 |
| Fax: | (312) 337-6329 |
| Web Address: | www.aapd.org |
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The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) is the membership organization representing the specialty of pediatric dentistry. The AAPD provides public information about child and adolescent dental care. |
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| American Academy of Pediatrics | |
| 141 Northwest Point Boulevard | |
| Elk Grove Village, IL 60007-1098 | |
| Phone: | (847) 434-4000 |
| Fax: | (847) 434-8000 |
| E-mail: | kidsdocs@aap.org |
| Web Address: | www.aap.org |
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The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) offers a variety of educational materials, such as links to publications about parenting and general growth and development. Immunization information, safety and prevention tips, AAP guidelines for various conditions, and links to other organizations are also available. |
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| International Association of Orofacial Myology (IAOM) | |
| 2000 N.E. 42nd Avenue, PMB #295 | |
| Portland, OR 97213-1305 | |
| Phone: | (503) 280-0614 |
| Fax: | (503) 284-0041 |
| E-mail: | iaomec@msn.com |
| Web Address: | http://www.iaom.com |
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Orofacial myologists help identify and treat a variety of problems related to facial muscles and the mouth. These professionals work to correct problems that interfere with the proper function of the tongue, lips, and mandible. Thumb-sucking, digit-sucking, or swallowing abnormalities are examples of some of the conditions orofacial myologists are trained to help improve or resolve. This organization can help you locate a professional in your area or provide information about the various conditions that cause abnormal oral functioning. |
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Debby Golonka, MPH
Tom Bailey, MD - Family Medicine
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