Will My Lisp Go Away?

A lisp is a speech impediment that specifically relates to making the sounds associated with the letters S and Z. Lisps usually develop during childhood and often go away on their own. But some persist and require treatment.

What age should a lisp go away?

Similar to this are dentalised lisps, which is simply where the tongue hits against the teeth while the S is being sounded. These lisps are the most common, but will often disappear on their own before the age of 5. The other two types of lisps are lateral & palatal.

Can you get rid of a lisp?

While it's best to treat a lisp when your child is still in their early school years, it's never too late to correct lisping. With time and consistency, a speech therapist can help you treat a lisp so you can boost your communication skills and your self-esteem.