CMT Evaluation & Treatment Planning 2

Question 1

During an orofacial myofunctional evaluation, which standardized tool is most commonly used to assess tongue posture at rest?

Accepted Answer

Clinical observation with visual inspection and palpation

Answer

Visual inspection and palpation remain the primary clinical methods for assessing resting tongue posture in orofacial myofunctional evaluations.

Question 2

A patient presents with an open mouth posture and low tongue resting position. Which associated finding would MOST reinforce a myofunctional etiology?

Accepted Answer

Habitual lip incompetence with no anatomical obstruction

Answer

Habitual lip incompetence without structural cause strongly implicates a myofunctional pattern rather than a purely anatomical obstruction.

Question 3

When documenting swallowing function during a CMT evaluation, which phase is the primary focus of orofacial myofunctional assessment?

Accepted Answer

Oral preparatory and oral phases

Answer

The oral preparatory and oral phases involve tongue movement and lip seal, which are the core focus of orofacial myofunctional therapy.

Question 4

A myofunctional therapist notes that a 9-year-old patient uses significant mentalis muscle activity during swallowing. This observation BEST indicates:

Accepted Answer

A potentially atypical swallow pattern requiring further evaluation

Answer

Visible mentalis muscle contraction during swallowing suggests the patient is compensating for poor lip seal or tongue posture, indicating an atypical swallow.

Question 5

Which area of the palate should the tongue tip contact during correct resting posture?

Accepted Answer

At the incisive papilla just behind the upper front teeth

Answer

The correct resting posture places the tongue tip at the incisive papilla (the 'spot') just posterior to the upper central incisors.

(CMT) Certified Myofunctional Therapist Practice Test

(CMT) Certified Myofunctional Therapist Practice Test

CMT Evaluation & Treatment Planning 2