Craniofacial Disorders

Catalog description

Intended to provide a background in craniofacial speech disorders. Begins with a review of embryological development of the head/face, craniofacial syndromes and their etiologies, and the anatomy and physiology of the velopharyngeal mechanism. Discusses the importance of "team care" and the role of the various disciplines on the craniofacial team. Presents both instrumental and non-instrumental assessment techniques. Intervention focuses primarily on adapting traditional and phonological approaches to the treatment of craniofacial speech disorders.