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What Is Myofunctional Therapy?
By examining and treating issues related to breathing, swallow, and sleep, our therapy can help improve your health and well-being. Whether you are looking to address a specific issue or want to improve your overall quality of life, Myofunctional Therapy may be the solution you've been searching for!
Myofunctional therapy is a program used to correct the improper function of the tongue and facial muscles. It involves strengthening of the tongue and orofacial muscles by teaching individuals how to engage the orofacial muscles without compensation .
Myofunctional Therapy can address symptoms including but not limited to:
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Mouth Breathing: Breathing primarily through the mouth, often due to nasal congestion or improper tongue posture.
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Tongue Thrusting: The tongue pushing against the teeth when swallowing, speaking, or at rest, which can contribute to dental misalignment.
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Open Mouth Posture: The tendency to keep the mouth open even when not speaking or eating, which may lead to dry mouth and other issues.
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Speech Issues: Difficulty with pronunciation, particularly with sounds like "s," "z," "sh," or "ch."
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Difficulty Swallowing: Swallowing might involve abnormal tongue movements or excessive force, which could strain the jaw and other facial muscles.
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Jaw Pain or Tension: Pain or discomfort in the jaw or around the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), often due to muscle imbalance.
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Dental Issues: Overbite, underbite, or other dental misalignments may be present due to improper tongue posture or swallowing habits.
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Snoring or Sleep Apnea: Myofunctional disorders can contribute to poor airway function, leading to snoring or more serious sleep disturbances like sleep apnea.