Myofunctional Therapy Services

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In 2023, I completed a course in Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy through MyoMentor, taught by Sarah Hornsby. This training covered important topics like airway health, sleep-disordered breathing, and techniques to improve tongue tone, which can help prevent issues such as obstructive sleep apnea.

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What Is Myofunctional Therapy?

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Myofunctional therapy is similar to physical therapy—but for the muscles of the face, mouth, and tongue. It teaches proper muscle function for essential activities like:

• Nasal breathing

• Lip seal (keeping lips closed at rest)

• Proper tongue posture (typically resting on the roof of the mouth)

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Why It’s Important—Especially for Babies and Children

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When these functions aren’t developing properly, children may experience:

• Difficulty with breastfeeding or bottle feeding

• Mouth breathing instead of nasal breathing

• Speech delays

• Snoring or poor sleep quality

• Crooked teeth or jaw development issues

By retraining these muscles through myofunctional therapy, we can support healthy:​

• Sleep

• Facial and dental growth

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What to Expect from an Evaluation

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Your first visit includes a full evaluation, ideally in person, though virtual appointments are available if that’s more convenient. During the evaluation, we’ll:

• Observe and assess tongue and facial movements

• Take photos of the tongue and teeth

• Review detailed questions to determine which areas need the most support

Following the evaluation, I’ll recommend a customized treatment plan. If you're ready to begin, we can start that same day. If you'd prefer to wait, we can always pick up where we left off when you're ready.

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Therapy Structure & Timeline

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• Initial evaluation: 30 minutes to 1 hour

• Treatment sessions: Every two weeks, lasting about 30 minutes

• Typical program: 6–12 sessions, with additional sessions if needed (we’ll reassess toward the end)

I can often estimate the number of sessions you'll need after your initial evaluation.

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Home Practice & Commitment

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Patient participation is key to successful results. Exercises are done at home, 3 to 5 minutes, twice daily, and they change every two weeks. Consistency is crucial to making lasting improvements.

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Fun, Engaging Therapy—Especially for Kids!

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Therapy is engaging and age-appropriate, often using fun techniques like:

• Making silly faces

• Practicing tongue placement

• Blowing through straws

• Chewing different textures

I also collaborate with:

• Lactation consultants for babies struggling with latching (myself)

• Speech-language pathologists

• Dentists or orthodontists focused on bite and jaw development

• Tongue Tie release providers

• and other Bodyworkers as needed

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When to Consider Myofunctional Therapy

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You might benefit from an evaluation if you notice:

• Your baby struggles to latch, swallow, or seems fussy while feeding

• Your child snores, drools, or breathes through their mouth

• Speech isn’t developing as expected

• Your child’s teeth or jaw appear misaligned

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Let’s Get Started

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If you’re curious about how myofunctional therapy could help you or your child, feel free to reach out. Call or message me below to schedule your evaluation—I’d love to support your family’s journey to better health and function.