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socal MYO, orofacial myofunctional therapy, tongue thrust therapy

Goals of Myofunctional therapy

Nasal breathing

Nasal Breathing

Prevent Orthodontic Relapse

Proper Tongue Posture

Nasal breathing filters, moistens and warms the air particles as it passes through the nasal cavity into the lungs, increasing nitric oxide which reduces inflammation and improves airway function.

tongue tie, ankyloglossia, tongue space, narrow palate, orthodontic relapse, lingual palatal seal

Proper Tongue Posture

Prevent Orthodontic Relapse

Proper Tongue Posture

Our tongue is nature's palatal expander and allows the face to grow in an forward and horizontal growth pattern. 


Orthodontic relapse, braces, ortho expansion

Prevent Orthodontic Relapse

Prevent Orthodontic Relapse

Prevent Orthodontic Relapse

Protect your orthodontic investment!  Teeth erupted in a crooked pattern due to a dysfunction of the orofacial complex.  Changing the structure with braces does not correct the function.  This is why your teeth can move after braces-  I can help!

Nasal breathing, lip seal,

Lip Seal

Correct Swallow

Prevent Orthodontic Relapse

Our Lips are nature's braces, keeping the lips together during rest and chewing allows the facial muscles to work harmoniously without extra effort

tongue thrust swallow, drinking liquids

Correct Swallow

Correct Swallow

Correct Swallow

A tongue thrust swallow puts unneeded pressure on the teeth, causing unnecessary force and malocclusion

tongue thrust swallow, improve chewing and swallowing

Proper chewing

Correct Swallow

Correct Swallow

Using the muscles of the orofacial complex properly will prevent negative growth patterns

Proper muscle strength

Proper muscle balance

Proper muscle function

thumb sucking, open mouth breathing, open bite, mouth breathing, finger sucking, noxious habits

Elimination of Oral Habits

Elimination of Oral Habits

Elimination of Oral Habits

Oral habits such as thumb sucking or extended pacifier use can increase mouth breathing and other dysfunctions causing dental misalignments and other dental and health concerns.

teamwork, collaboration, interdisciplinary approach

Multidisciplinary Approach

Elimination of Oral Habits

Elimination of Oral Habits

Success with any of these goals requires a team of professionals.  Myofunctional therapy is an important piece of that puzzle.

certified orofacial myologist, myofunctional therapist

Elimination of Oral Habits

A board certified orofacial myologist will have additional training, education and experience in achieving these goals for the best long term result.

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