About Myofunctional Therapy

An interdisciplinary practice that works to strengthen the muscles of the lips, tongue, cheeks, and face. It focuses on their related functions as well, such as breathing, sucking, chewing, swallowing, and some aspects of speech. Therapy focuses on re-educating the patient to normalize the development of craniofacial structures and function. 

Myofunctional therapy can aid those struggling with different levels of dysfunctions. When working to improve the function of breathing, sucking, chewing, and swallowing, strengthening the related muscles can make an esthetic difference in relation to one’s face.

Myofunctional therapy can stand alone, but often works in tandem with other providers such as dentists, doctors, physical therapists, occupational therapist, nutritionists, nurses, and psychologists. 

Although, the field of myofunctional therapy has been around for over 100 years, it is becoming the standard of care to address the root cause of myofunctional disorders and the importance of airway.