Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy is Nueromuscular re-education of the muscle function to improve the functions of swallowing, tongue, oral breathing, and rest posture of lips, tongue, and cheeks. Orofacial myofunctional disorder refers to improper function of the facial muscles, tongue, and mouth. OMD's may directly or indirectly affect facial growth and development, chewing, swallowing, speech articulation, occlusion, oral hygiene, stability of orthodontic treatment, facial estchtetics and more. We work with individuals of all ages. This therapy is most appropriate for ages 4 and up. We have 5 therapists with a background in speech pathology. We match our patients with the best therapist for them.
Some Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders can be, but are not limited to;
*Tongue Thrust
*Jaw Pain
*Cross Bite
*Nail Biting
*Short Upper Lip
*Sleep Apnea
*TMJ/TMD
*Thumb/finger/tongue sucking
Symptoms of Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders:
*Mouth Breathing
*Orthodontic Relapse
*Chronic Tension
*Mood Disorders
*Jaw Pain
*Toxic Oral Habits
*Tongue Thrust
*Snoring
*Chronic Headaches
*Swallowing Difficulty
*Poor Posture
*Sleep Apnea
*Tongue-tie
*Speech Problems
