Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy

Does this sound like you or your child?

• Your adolescent has been in speech therapy for as long as you can remember for the same sounds and they feeling frustrated for working on the same sounds for years

• You feel your jaw lock, make a popping or a "crinkle" sound when you open your mouth

• Your child is/was a "picky eater" and/or only eats certain textures of foods (crunchy, soft, etc.)

• You get  debilitating headaches or migraines that take you away from your work or quality time with friends/family

• You are struggling with stopping your child from sucking on their thumb or biting their nails

• You went through several agonizing years of braces but now your teeth are crooked again

• You are embarrassed with being labeled as a "mouth breather"

• Your nag your child for being a "messy eater" or remind them to take smaller bites

• Your family members cannot sleep in the same room as you, because of your snoring

• Your child struggles with staying awake during the day

• Your child cannot sit still and needs constant reminders/repetitions to do things

• Kissing your partner is not an enjoyable experience

• You notice your child's tongue pushing out when they eat, drink or talk

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Next steps: Orofacial Myofunctional Evaluation & Therapy

A comprehensive evaluation is required to begin therapy. An evaluation typically takes 1.5 hours to assess the whole person and to develop the best treatment plan. Following the assessment, we will discuss the detailed written report with the findings, recommendations, and treatment plan--if treatment is recommended.

 

If therapy is warranted, we work on exercises to promote correct rest posture for the tongue, lips, and jaw; which will also aid in supporting chewing and swallowing functions.

 

In addition, we help with pre-op and post-op frenectomy procedures. We will use a variety of exercises to help improve skills in:

• speech/articulation

• tongue and facial rest postures

• chewing and swallowing

• breathing

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Please note, we work closely with ENTs, orthodontists, dentists, and other professionals as the need present to provide your child with the best plan of care.

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Age Candidacy for Myofunctional Therapy

Therapy can begin as young as 4-years-old,

through adolescence and adulthood

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Available Handouts for More Information

Tethered Oral Tissues (TOTs)

Oral Habits

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If you notice you or your child/adolescent is having these difficulties contact us today to schedule a consultation/evaluation.

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