OROFACIAL MYOFUNCTIONAL THERAPY
Addressing the root cause of symptoms like:
Mouth breathing or open mouth posture
Tongue thrust
Frequent ear infections
Thumb sucking, nail biting
Vaulted palate
Dental malocclusion and crowding
Frequent dental decay and plaque buildup
Orthodontic relapse
Jaw pain, TMD, facial muscle tension
Poor posture
Clenching, grinding, dry mouth
Dark circles under eyes
Messy eating, difficulty chewing
Enlarged tonsils
Bedwetting
Noisy breathing
Snoring
Mild and moderate sleep apnea
Daytime fatigue
Frequent nighttime waking/poor sleep
Tethered oral tissues (tongue, lip and buccal ties)
Tethered oral tissue release
Referral from dentist/doctor
If you have a referral from your dentist or other healthcare provider, click the link below.
New patients (no referral)
If you’re interested in myofunctional therapy but do not have a referral, click the link below.
What is orofacial myofunctional therapy?
Orofacial myofunctional therapy (OMT) is a type of physical therapy that focuses on proper function of the motor muscles of the face, mouth, and throat to improve functions like breathing, swallowing, speaking, or chewing. OMT is designed to identify and treat the root cause of symptoms, and is an integral part of successful tethered oral tissue release outcomes.
Therapy consists of removing muscle compensations, building awareness, and incorporating exercises to restore proper function of the orofacial muscles (the tongue, lips, cheeks, and jaw).
Why proper function matters
Normal function of the orofacial complex includes correct chewing and swallowing pattern, correct breathing pattern, and correct lip and tongue positions. Dysfunction of these normal patterns is referred to as an oral myofunctional disorder, and can have negative effects on the development and function of your airway and overall health. Myofunctional disorders can begin in utero and impact your life more as you age. The earlier the intervention, the more effective the treatment. OMT is beneficial for all ages, but we are especially passionate about preventing dysfunction in children and fostering proper airway function for life.