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Myofunctional (“myo”) Therapy is just like physical therapy for the muscles of the face, mouth, neck, and head. We use simple exercises focused on improving tongue placement, breathing, chewing, and swallowing
About Barb
As a dental hygiene educator and clinical hygienist working in orthodontics for over 28 years, my experiences in orthodontics lead me to broaden my knowledge into myofunctional therapy.
You will find as we get to know each other, my interest in your overall health including but not limited to breathing, lip postures, tongue postures, and corrective swallowing will help me in designing sessions that will support you in making improvements and reduce habits through therapy.
Benefits of Myofuntional Therapy
Myofunctional Therapy is a treatment that involves exercises to improve tongue placement, breathing, speaking, chewing, and swallowing.
Correcting and improving tongue and lip postures
Correct swallowing patterns
Nasal breathing
Lip Seal
Assisting in the stabilization of the teeth during and/or after orthodontic treatment
Reduce Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMJD).
Reduce Sleep-disordered breathing and Sleep Apnea.
Services
To restore normal function, we will focus on 4 Goals: Breath, Lip Posture, Tongue Posture and Correct Swallowing.
Introductory Phone Consultation
What is Myofunctional Therapy
Gathering information and questions
5-15 minutes
Comprehensive Evaluation
Thorough and detailed Myofunctional Therapy exam for children and/or adults
Patient History
Speech & Oral Postures
Dental History
Clinical Evaluation
Sleep Inquiry
60 -90 minutes (can vary depending on findings)
Myofunctional Therapy Sessions
Comprehensive Therapy for Children (7 years and older) and Adults
12-15 Sessions (sessions can vary)
Mini sessions for children ages 4-6
Pre and Post Frenectomy/Frenuloplasty
1 hour