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Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy
What is Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy
Myofunctional therapy is a type of treatment that focuses on the muscles of the face and mouth to address issues such as improper tongue and mouth placement, swallowing and breathing. It aims to correct orofacial muscle dysfunction through exercises and techniques designed to improve muscle strength, coordination, and function. It's often used in conjunction with orthodontic treatment to optimize oral health and facial development.
There are four main goals of Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy
- Proper tongue posture
- Proper mouth posture
- Nasal breathing
- Proper swallow and normalized
Orofacial Myofunctional therapy helps concerns like…
Mouth breathing
Tongue ties
Orthodontic relapse
Toxic oral habits
Tongue thrust
Grinding/clinching
Sleep apnea/snoring
Digestive issues
Swallowing issues
Sleep issues
…Just to name a few
Benefits of Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy are…
Improved quality of sleep
Resolved digestive issues
Reduced anxiety and depression
Overall wellness