Enhance your facial features with the Mewing technique.
Mewing has recently become a popular trend on social media, especially among the youth. The term “Mewing” originates from the research of Dr. John Mew and his son, Dr. Mike Mew. This technique has particularly caught the attention of women as it promises to offer a way to achieve a slimmer and more elegant facial structure without incurring high costs or medical interventions.
Mewing is believed to have the potential to alter facial structure and provide two significant benefits:
Elevate the bridge of the nose: Having a well-defined and refined nose not only enhances your facial aesthetics but also improves your breathing.
Lift the jawbone: Lifting the jawbone makes the face appear slimmer, eliminates jaw recession, and especially, makes the eyes appear deeper set.
It is possible to alter the structure of the jawbone throughout our lives as it is not a solid object but comprises bones and small cartilages. The Mewing technique utilizes the upward and forward push from the tongue to lift the jawbone and prevent facial recession.
However, it is important to note that Mewing requires patience and time to see results. Individuals usually have to practice this technique for 1-2 months before noticing visible changes in their facial structure.
The correct steps for Mewing are as follows:
Step 1: Slowly close your lips while simultaneously pushing your lower jaw back so that it sits behind the upper jaw, creating a small gap between the two jaws.
Step 2: Next, place your entire tongue on the upper palate, ensuring that it remains relaxed.
Step 2: Stretch your lips apart (make sure your upper and lower teeth do not touch)
Step 3: Position the tip of your tongue against the gum line behind your upper front teeth, being careful not to let your tongue touch these teeth.
The correct tongue position is when it is in full contact with the upper jaw, without causing breathing difficulties or fatigue. Initially, you may experience tiredness when retraining your tongue position, but please do not worry as the tongue muscle will strengthen and adapt over time.
Step 4: Once your tongue is in the correct position, you can apply gentle pressure with your tongue to push the upper jaw forward and upward, holding this position for a few minutes.
Despite its notable advantages, the Mewing technique also has some drawbacks that should be considered:
Mewing is essentially a functional muscle exercise that aims to reposition the tongue and influence the palate to reshape the face. However, if excessive force is applied and the teeth are clenched too tightly, it can hinder the movement of the jawbone and lead to adverse effects, counteracting the intended benefits of Mewing.
Incorrect tongue placement, such as pushing it against the front teeth, can cause dental issues like overbite or underbite. Proper guidance and supervision are necessary to ensure the technique is performed accurately.
Mewing requires time and patience. When you first start practicing, the effects may not be immediately visible, and it can take 1-2 months for Mewing to start showing results. However, to see distinct changes in your facial structure, you may need to wait for 8 months to a year. This demands perseverance and commitment.
Remember that Mewing should be performed carefully and preferably under the guidance of an expert or someone experienced in this field to avoid unintended negative consequences and ensure you are doing it correctly.
