Myofunctional Therapy
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Myofunctional Therapy
Myofunctional therapy is a specialized treatment that focuses on improving the function and coordination of the muscles in the mouth, face, and throat. It’s often used to address issues related to improper breathing, swallowing, tongue posture, and other habits that can affect oral and overall health.
Myofunctional therapy is a natural, non-invasive treatment that works well alongside orthodontics, airway treatments, and other therapies. It’s suitable for both children and adults and can lead to lasting improvements in health and quality of life.
Myofunctional therapy is a natural, non-invasive treatment that works well alongside orthodontics, airway treatments, and other therapies. It’s suitable for both children and adults and can lead to lasting improvements in health and quality of life.
- How Myofunctional Therapy Works
- The therapy involves performing targeted exercises to retrain the muscles of the tongue, lips, and cheeks.
- These exercises are designed to promote proper tongue posture (resting on the roof of the mouth), nasal breathing, and correct swallowing patterns.
- The therapy involves performing targeted exercises to retrain the muscles of the tongue, lips, and cheeks.
- Conditions Myofunctional Therapy Can Help
- Sleep Disorders: Helps manage issues like snoring or obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) by strengthening the airway muscles.
- Orthodontic Support: Improves the stability of orthodontic results by correcting habits like tongue thrusting or mouth breathing.
- TMJ Disorders: Reduces strain on the jaw by promoting proper oral muscle function.
- Speech Issues: Improves articulation and clarity in speech caused by tongue or oral muscle dysfunction.
- Airway Development: Supports healthy growth of the jaws and facial structures in children by addressing early breathing and tongue posture issues.
- Benefits of Myofunctional Therapy
- Promotes proper jaw and facial development in children.
- Reduces oral habits like thumb sucking, mouth breathing, or lip biting.
- Supports long-term orthodontic and dental health.
- Enhances breathing and improves sleep quality.
- Can reduce TMJ discomfort and associated headaches.
