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Is Age 4 the Golden Period for Treating Speech Issues?

Is age 4 the golden period for treatment? I have a 4-year-old boy at home. Currently, his pronunciation is not correct, and recently we discovered that he cannot roll his tongue. As parents, we have demonstrated many times, but he still cannot do it (we're not sure if he doe...


Dr. Xu Jiazhen Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, simple tongue rolling is related to genetic factors and is not a disease. If there are structural issues, please consult a speech therapist for assistance.

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How to Address Speech Impairments: Treatment Options and Costs

I have a language barrier, how should I..? Hello Dr. Yeh, I have had difficulty speaking clearly since childhood, and my tongue tends to involuntarily curl upwards when I talk. What treatment options are available for this condition? I live in Taoyuan and am unsure if general ENT...


Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Mr. Boris: Your issue with speech pronunciation can be assessed and treated by a professional speech therapist. The Rehabilitation Department at Taoyuan Hospital has a speech therapist with extensive experience. You can use health insurance for speech therapy, and each outpatient...

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