Myofunctional Disorders

Myofunctional Disorders can begin before birth and impact your life more as you age.

The earlier these are addressed, the more beneficial the results.

Signs you need Myofunctional Therapy

Forward head posture
Open mouth posture
Dental crowding
Gum recession
Persistent gingivitis
Periodontitis
Tooth decay
High narrow palate
Small maxilla
Low tongue posture
Facial asymmetry
Deviated septum
Cheek biting
Hypersensitive tissue
Ticklish palate
Tight facial muscles
Scalloped tongue
Dental wear
Tooth erosion
Temporal Mandibular Joint Disorder (TMJ/TMD)
Strong gag response
Difficulty swallowing
Sleep apnea
Snoring
Daytime fatigue
Headaches/Migraines
Anxiety
Orthodontic relapse
Open bite

Goals

The overall goal is to optimize function. All exercises are focused on:

Tongue Posture
Lip Seal
Nasal Breathing
Proper Swallow Pattern

It seems simple but when function is restored the compensations are corrected and symptoms improve!

Myofunctional Therapy's Role

Many of these disorders have more than one underlying factor, however many of the root causes lie in Myofunctional Disorders. Addressing the underlying Myofunctional Disorders often help to restore function and prevent future damage.

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