Learn More About Myofunctional Therapy:
Welcome to Myofunctional Mastery! If you’re new to the concept of myofunctional therapy, you’re in the right place. This page is designed to provide you with comprehensive information about myofunctional therapy, its benefits, and how it can improve your overall health and well-being.
What is Myofunctional Therapy?
Myofunctional therapy is a specialized treatment that focuses on the muscles of the face, mouth, and throat. It aims to correct improper function of the oral and facial muscles, which can impact breathing, speaking, chewing, swallowing, and even sleep. This therapy involves a series of exercises that strengthen and retrain these muscles to function correctly.
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Myofunctional therapy can help you achieve proper nasal breathing, which is essential for overall health. Proper breathing can reduce snoring, sleep apnea, and other respiratory issues.
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By addressing the root causes of sleep disorders like sleep apnea, myofunctional therapy can significantly improve the quality of your sleep, leading to better overall health and increased daytime energy.
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Often TMJ and facial pain are caused by dyfunction of support muscles or oral functional habits. Myofuctional therapy identifies and treats those muscle dyfunctions. Carol, herself, has seen great improvement in TMJ and facial pain since practicing the myofunctional exercises and retoring proper function.
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For years orthodontists have struggled to fight the strength of the tongue while trying to provide the best orthodontic treatment. Many leading orthodontist are using myofunctional therapy in conjunction to orthodontic treatment to treat the root cause of their issues. Myofunctional therapy in conjunction with orthodontic therapy helps to ensure lifelong retention.
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Myofunctional therapy has been known to treat and alleviate symptoms of:
Allergies
Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
Chronic Ear Infections
ADHD symptoms
Cavaties and Crooked Teeth
Tongue Tie identification and support
Bedwetting
Poor Sleep Quality
And Much More!
Benefits of Myofunctional Therapy:
How Does Myofunctional Therapy Work?
Myofunctional therapy involves a personalized program of exercises tailored to your specific needs. Here’s what you can expect:
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This evaluation is designed to give a preliminary assesment and to discuss if you are a candidate for myofunctional therapy.
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During your initial evaluation, Carol, our Myofunctional Therapist, will assess your oral and facial muscles, breathing patterns, and any related issues. This helps in determining whether you are a candidate for myofunctional therapy.
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Based on the assessment, a customized treatment plan will be created. This plan will include specific exercises designed to strengthen and retrain your muscles based on your specific needs and dysfunction.
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You will have regular sessions with Carol to monitor your progress and adjust your exercises as needed. These sessions ensure that you are on track and achieving the desired outcomes.
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Throughout your therapy program, you will receive continuous support and guidance to help you stay motivated and achieve the best results. Carol works with your primary care provider, dentist and any other healthcare providers to go acheive overall health improvement. You will be able to reach Carol through our patient portal for support 24/7.
Why Choose Myofunctional Mastery?
At Myofunctional Mastery, we are dedicated to providing personalized and effective myofunctional therapy. Carol Chavez, our experienced Myofunctional Therapist, is committed to helping you achieve optimal oral function and overall well-being. Our approach is holistic, ensuring that all aspects of your health are considered in your treatment plan.
Get Started Today
If you’re ready to explore the benefits of myofunctional therapy, we invite you to schedule a free 15-minute evaluation with Carol. During this session, you’ll discuss your symptoms, receive a preliminary assessment, and learn more about how myofunctional therapy can help you.