What is Myofunctional Therapy?
Orofacial myofunctional therapy is a non-invasive therapy used to correct oral and facial habits, or disorders. This neuromuscular re-education is designed to improve the strength and tone of the facial muscles and tongue, contributing to overall health and wellbeing.
Focus on nasal breathing, tongue posture, proper lip seal, and correct swallow
Personalized treatment plans
Beneficial to all ages
Abnormal use of facial muscles or orofacial myofunctional disorders (OMDs) can result in complications varying from allergies to sleep apnea. They can drastically affect an individual's face shape, jaw, teeth, eyes, and airway.
Myofunctional therapy can restore health in the orofacial muscles and give you restored function, better breathing, and productive sleep.
Symptoms of Myofunctional Disorders:
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Mouth breathing/Open mouth posture
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Teeth grinding
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Crowding of teeth/malocclusion
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ADD/ADHD
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Snoring or sleep apnea
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Acid reflux
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Chewing or swallowing issues
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Oral habit (thumb, pacifier, nail biting)
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Speech difficulties
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TMJ or neck/shoulder pain
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Tongue thrust
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Tongue-tie/ Lip tie/ Buccal tie
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Bed wetting
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Asthma/ allergies
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Forward head posture
Myofunctional therapy is a collaborative approach involving a variety of medical and dental professionals. If necessary, you will be referred to the appropriate clinicians to address these concerns to optimize your overall health.
Schedule now for a complimentary initial 30 minute phone consultation to answer questions and decide if myofunctional therapy may be your next step in your health and wellness journey.
Frequently Asked Questions
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After I book a consultation, what's next?
Once your questions have been answered via the phone consultation, you can decide if you would like to proceed by scheduling a virtual evaluation, accompanied by the thorough health history medical form and requested photos and video.
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Are the appointments in person or online?
All of the appointments are conducted virtually.
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What is the cost and commitment?
The cost of the therapy varies because each treatment plan is catered to the individual. After the virtual evaluation, a therapy plan including the length of treatment and fee will be emailed to you. You are then able to accept or decline the therapy. The personal commitment to therapy is what guarantees the best results. It is most important to engage in the assigned independent exercises three times/day, allowing 10-15 minutes/session.
Your Myofunctional Therapist
BRIDGET SUTTON
RDH, BS, OMT
bridget@orofacial-wellness.com
(864)784-5419
