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What is myofunctional therapy?
What is myofunctional therapy?
What is myofunctional therapy?
Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy is neurological re-education exercise to assist the normalization of the developing, or developed, craniofacial structures and function. It is related to the study, research, prevention, evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of functional and structural alterations in the region of the mouth (oro), face (f
Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy is neurological re-education exercise to assist the normalization of the developing, or developed, craniofacial structures and function. It is related to the study, research, prevention, evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of functional and structural alterations in the region of the mouth (oro), face (facial) and regions of the neck (oropharyngeal area).
Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy is an interdisciplinary practice that works with the muscles of the lips, tongue, cheeks and face and their related functions (such as breathing, sucking, chewing, swallowing, and some aspects of speech). It acts in the prevention, evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of people who may have these functions compromised or altered. It can also act in improving facial aesthetics.
Your Body, Your Needs
What is myofunctional therapy?
What is myofunctional therapy?
Myofunctional therapy can assist in the fields of sleep medicine, dentistry, airway and overall well-being. Obstructive sleep apnea in adults and children is a growing concern that if left untreated, attribute to many systemic diseases such as high blood pressure in adults, and attention deficient disorder in children. Mouth breathi
Myofunctional therapy can assist in the fields of sleep medicine, dentistry, airway and overall well-being. Obstructive sleep apnea in adults and children is a growing concern that if left untreated, attribute to many systemic diseases such as high blood pressure in adults, and attention deficient disorder in children. Mouth breathing, and improper resting tongue posture may contribute to OSA, dental cavities, periodontal disease, relapse in orthodontic success and TMD. You may have become recently aware of a complication in yourself or a loved one concerning breathing, chewing and swallowing. We can help!
A Therapist Who Cares
What is myofunctional therapy?
A Therapist Who Cares
My primary goal is to establish correct oral function which will protect and assist your airway. Conditioning the muscles of the upper airway supports pathways to allow for better oxygen flow to your brain and organs. After your sessions, you will leave feeling better equipped and knowledgeable towards your individual goal. Your ove
My primary goal is to establish correct oral function which will protect and assist your airway. Conditioning the muscles of the upper airway supports pathways to allow for better oxygen flow to your brain and organs. After your sessions, you will leave feeling better equipped and knowledgeable towards your individual goal. Your overall health and wellness is important to me.
Hello! My name is Jolene Reiland and for over twenty years, I have served as a registered dental hygienist in Texas. During my career, I have encountered many orofacial myofunctional disorders. Myo Matters recognizes and assists individuals with their parafunctional habits including poor lip closure and posture, mouth breathing possibly leading to night time snoring, tongue thrust and nail biting. We can lead you to a team of dentists, pediatric dentists and ENT’s familiar with orofacial myofunctional disorders. Together, we will guide you.