Tongue Posture (Mewing)

How to do it

1. 1

   Close your lips with molars slightly apart.

2. 2

   Rest your whole tongue flat against the palate.

3. 3

   Place the tip just behind your front teeth.

4. 4

   Practice keeping this position throughout the day.

Why it works

When your whole tongue rests on the palate, the lower jaw settles into a neutral, centered position. It corrects your resting jaw posture — which occupies most of the day — making it the foundation of oral balance.

Common mistakes

• Touching only the tip — the whole tongue, back included, should rest flat on the palate.
• Clenching the molars — upper and lower teeth should stay slightly apart.
• Mouth breathing — this posture works together with nasal breathing.

Signs you're doing it right

A mild fatigue at the back of the tongue, a relaxed jaw, and lips resting lightly together — that combination means you have it right.

Cautions

• · Start with 5 minutes and increase gradually.