What is the Bite-R?
The Bite-R provides a sensation in the mouth. The client removes the Bite-R after the sensation and attempts to achieve the position by bringing the teeth in close approximation, elevating the back of the tongue while stabilizing the back lateral edges against the molars and protruding the lips.
Nearly every client improves on the first session, many as much as 90% difference. The use of sensation and descriptions of possible choices helps the client discern his tongue movements, allowing him to repeat his success and begin spontaneous carryover.
CAN I USE IT IN THE SCHOOLS?
Absolutely. Using the Bite-R in therapy will help move your caseload along. Children working on R sounds should have the first session by themselves and then be added back to the group. The Bite-R has also been successful in shorter sessions, with reports of moving to sentence level within an hour of therapy.
HOW IS THE BITE-R DIFFERENT THAN WHAT I AM DOING NOW?
There are many differences between tactile and traditional types of therapy. The foremost difference can be observed in the word part. In phonemic therapy, /ar/ is a single sound unit that we expect the child to imitate and perceive the two phonemes. In tactile therapy, the a and r represent two separate motor movements and we teach the child how to feel the movement from one sound to another.
EVERY THERAPY SESSION IS THE SAME FOR EVERY CHILD?
Each client will go through various stages of sound development. The SLP will evaluate the motor movements of the lips, chin, and jaw. Then, ask questions, giving choices for answers before determining if the child has difficulties stabilizing, elevating, or tensing the tongue for the R sound.
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Why do I need a speech therapy tool?
You are likely on this page because you or someone you know has difficulty saying the R sound. It can be highly frustrating to follow the directions of a speech pathologist and have no change in the R sound.
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Studies show that most clients cannot discern if they are producing R correctly. They can determine if others have a distorted R, which can confuse the client and the therapist.
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The Bite-R is a tool that employs sensory experiences, including mouth postures and tension in the lips, jaw, and tongue. The sensory experience cannot be experienced in any other manner.
How the Bite-R helps
Tactile awareness of the tongue
Once children become aware of tongue placement and tension, they can replicate the R repeatedly!
Tongue Tension
Tongue Tension is one of the essential components of clarity of speech. Vowel sounds become clearly enunciated, helping to improve the feel of the movement between vowel and R!
Spontaneous Carryover of the R Sound
Children have returned from summer break and maintained the level held in the spring.
Introducing a revolutionary tool designed specifically for speech pathologists and their clients struggling with the R sound. Our product addresses tongue tension, making the learning process smoother and more efficient. Say goodbye to frustration and hello to progress, as both SLPs and clients can easily adopt this new method for producing the R sound. Empower your practice and enhance your clients' success with our innovative solution!
Susan Haseley MS CCC-SLP and inventor of the Bite-R
Ideas for School Funding
Most School-Based Speech Language Pathologists (SLPs) have limited funding. The purchase of a tool for a single client can seem cost-prohibitive.
Consider the Bite-R because it can significantly enhance therapy outcomes, allowing for the faster dismissal of clients.
When SLPs can discharge more clients, the school district benefits from reduced staffing costs. Additionally, children spend less time away from regular class activities, aligning with educational goals.
Furthermore, the price of the Bite-R is minimal compared to the expenses associated with providing three or more school years of extended speech therapy in a school setting. Therefore, investing in the Bite-R is a cost-effective strategy that promotes efficient and effective treatment, leading to overall financial and educational benefits.
