
What is MYO?
Orofacial MYOfunctional Therapy is a highly specialized neuromuscular re-education program which uses specialized exercises to improve oral resting posture, breathing, and swallowing.
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It helps correct Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders (OMDs), which can impact facial muscle development and essential functions like eating, speaking, and breathing in children and adults.
This is done by addressing the root cause of the dysfunction.
Signs & Symptoms of Orofacial  Myofunctional Disorders (OMD)

Thumb sucking
Finger sucking
Pacifier use
Nail biting
Speech lisps
Stuttering
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Mouth breathing
Tongue Thrust
Tongue tie - Lip tie
Open bite
Orthodontic relapse
​Tooth crowding

Headaches
Neck pain
Back pain
Poor posture
Body tightness​
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Sleep Apnea
Snoring
Acid Reflux
Tooth grinding
ADD/ADHD
Anxiety

My goal for my clients:
I completed an intensive 70 hour training course through the Academy of Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy (AOMT). They are the leading post graduate training academy for allied health professionals for treatment of orofacial myofunctional disorders.
As an orofacial myofunctional therapist, my mission is to help individuals of all ages achieve optimal oral function, breathing, and overall wellness.​ I help you do this by addressing your myofunctional disorders, strengthening orofacial muscles, and promoting nasal breathing, I aim to help you enhance speech, swallowing, sleep quality and many other aspects of health.
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​With an individualized approach, my goal is to guide and support you in achieving lasting improvements in your oral function, breathing, and overall health.
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How MYO therapy helps
Through specific personalized exercises, we will work together to eliminate your myofunctional disorders. In doing so, we will also achieve the following:
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Improve Oral Rest Posture
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Encourage Better Breathing
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Reduce chronic congestion
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Correct Swallowing Patterns
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Enhance Your Speech
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Reduce jaw pain, tension and TMJ disorders
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Support Better Sleep
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Promote Healthy Facial Development
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Ensure Lasting Orthodontic Results