ARK's Y-Chew® Oral Motor Chew

3 different 'arms' to chew on - all long enough to reach the back molarsRibs and bumps provide added sensory inputAvailable in 3 color-coded toughness levels (Soft, Medium, Very firm)Made in the USA

Highlights:
~ Recommended for individuals who have sensory needs and ADHD / ADD / SPD / GDD or Autism (ASD)
~ Three different extensions to chew on with a variety of texture (bumpy, ribbed, and smooth)
~ Recommended for sensory seekers as a safe alternative to chewing on hands, knuckles, shirts, etc.
~ They can also be used for biting/chewing practice, for oral motor exercises, to build oral tone, strength, mobility, control, coordination, and endurance and/or to decrease oral sensitivities, oral defensiveness, and food aversions
~ NO latex, NO lead, NO phthalates, NO PVC, or NO BPA
~ MADE IN THE USA by ARK Therapeutic (the only maker of made in the USA chewable jewelry)

Features:
~ The handle allows for an easy grip, and the extensions on the top part of the 'y' make it easy to reach the back molar area we do most of our chewing.
~ Each arm has a different texture: one smooth, one ribbed, and one with gentle bumps. The varied texture helps introduce new sensations and decrease oral aversions.
~ The handle measures 2½ inches and the extensions measure 1¾ and 1¼ inches respectively.
~ Made in the USA.
 

Descriptions:
ARK's Y-Chew® is an oral motor chew tool with 3 extensions to chew on.  Each 'arm' of the Y shape features a different texture: one smooth, one ribbed, and one with gentle bumps for a varying sensory experience.  

Use the Y-Chew as an oral fidget for sensory seekers who crave chewing, or for anyone who needs to chew for any reason (as a safe alternative to biting your nails or grinding your teeth, as way for individuals fed via g-tube to still be able to chew on something orally, and so forth). 

The Y-Chew is also a staple oral motor / feeding therapy tool.   Use it to practice biting/chewing skills without the risk of choking, or to work on jaw strength and stability, or to help decrease oral sensitivities / food aversions. 

For individuals with low oral tone / limited jaw strength, start with the soft one and graduate to the harder one to gradually build oral strength.  It's a very simple yet versatile tool with many different uses.

ARK's Y-Chew® comes in 3 color-coded toughness levels:

• Soft / Standard (Light Blue) - recommended for mild chewing, individuals with low oral tone, or individuals with limited jaw strength just learning to bite and chew.  These are the softest ones with the most “squishiness” and “give” to them.
• XT / Medium Firm (Turquoise) - XT stands for 'Xtra Tough.'  These are firmer, but still fairly chewy.  Recommended for moderate chewers.  Or, individuals working on building jaw strength can eventually 'graduate' from the soft to the XT.
• XXT / Very Firm (Royal Blue) - XXT stands for 'Xtra Xtra Tough.'  These are the most firm and provide the most resistance to the jaw.  No chew tool is indestructible, but these are very tough / the longest lasting option for avid chewing.  The Y-Chew XXT is usually the overall longest lasting chew for most aggressive chewers.

Made in the USA  Made in the USA by ARK Therapeutic.  Medical grade, FDA compliant, NO lead, phthalates, PVC, BPA, or latex.  Each Y-Chew® is sold individually - choose which option you'd like from the pull-down menu above.  Exact color hues may vary slightly.

Caution: 
This product is not a toy.  Although these chew tools are sturdy and durable, no chew tool is indestructible.  Wear/tear may be expected given the nature of the intended use. 

How long they last is typically equal to the amount and intensity of the chewing, as well as other variables (such as jaw strength, stress/anxiety levels, if other sensory strategies are in place, etc.). 

While for some people a chew tool will last forever, for others with heavy/aggressive oral needs, they may go through it very quickly. 

Please supervise at all times, regularly inspect the chew, and replace if necessary if the item shows signs of wear and tear. 

ARK's Y-Chew® Soft (Light Blue)	Recommended for mild chewing, individuals with low oral tone, or individuals with limited jaw strength just learning to bite and chew.  These are the softest ones with the most “squishiness”	Comes with 3 extensions to chew on.  Each 'arm' of the Y shape features a different texture: one smooth, one ribbed, and one with gentle bumps for a varying sensory experience.

ARK's XT Y-Chew® (Turquoise)	XT stands for 'Xtra Tough.'  These are firmer, but still fairly chewy.  Recommended for moderate chewers.  Or, individuals working on building jaw strength can eventually 'graduate' from the soft to the XT.	Comes with 3 extensions to chew on.  Each 'arm' of the Y shape features a different texture: one smooth, one ribbed, and one with gentle bumps for a varying sensory experience.

ARK's XXT Y-Chew® (Royal Blue)	XXT stands for 'Xtra Xtra Tough.'  These are the most firm and provide the most resistance to the jaw.  No chew tool is indestructible, but these are very tough / the longest lasting option for avid chewing.  The Y-Chew XXT is usually the overall longest lasting chew for most aggressive chewers.	Comes with 3 extensions to chew on.  Each 'arm' of the Y shape features a different texture: one smooth, one ribbed, and one with gentle bumps for a varying sensory experience.