the expert pointed out the shortcomings of Kirov residents’ speech

Tooth loss is not only an aesthetic problem or difficulty with chewing, but also a possible violation of diction. Our teeth play an important role in the formation of sounds, and their absence can significantly change speech. This can be clearly seen in children when they change teeth. A characteristic lisp and whistling appear, children begin to “swallow” sounds, and their speech becomes less intelligible. Why the absence of teeth affects diction was explained to us at the “Don’t be afraid!” Tooth Rescue Center.

Andrey Vdovkin, orthopedic dentist:

For correct diction, it is important that the tongue, lips and teeth interact in a coordinated manner. When a tooth is missing, this interaction is disrupted, resulting in distorted sounds. Missing teeth leads to changes in the shape of the oral cavity, which…