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At Santa Barbara Myo, our mission is to help individuals of all ages enhance breathing, improve sleep quality, and promote lifelong wellness.
Our team is passionate about combining advanced training, clinical excellence, and compassionate care to help patients achieve lasting results. We are honored to be part of a growing movement focused on addressing root causes rather than just treating symptoms — empowering patients to thrive at every stage of life.
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WHAT IS MYOFUNCTIONAL THERAPY?
Myofunctional therapy is a specialized type of therapy that focuses on retraining the muscles of the face, tongue, and mouth to function properly. It addresses issues like poor breathing patterns, tongue posture, swallowing function, and oral habits that can impact sleep, speech, facial development, and overall health.
we understand that every journey is different. Our care is thoughtfully personalized to the challenges you're facing, including:
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The New Patient Exam is a 90-minute comprehensive experience centered around education. We’ll start with an in-depth review of your medical history, followed by a detailed clinical assessment, including photos, videos, and measurements to evaluate your baseline oral function.
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Our individualized therapy programs are results driven and are carefully crafted to address the root causes behind dysfunctional breathing, poor oral habits, and muscle imbalance. Each plan is designed after a thorough evaluation and is fully customized to your specific goals.
A specialized 60-minute therapeutic treatment designed to relieve chronic tension in the head, neck, and jaw. Perfect for those with orofacial myofunctional disorders, this service includes targeted massage techniques both externally and inside the mouth to release overworked muscles.
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MYO SIGNATURE FACIAL MASSAGE
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new patient exams and myofunctional therapy are available both in person and virtually
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At Santa Barbara Myo, we are committed to providing the highest standard of care, and it shows in everything we do. Continuing education is a top priority for our team. We stay at the forefront of the latest research and techniques to ensure our patients receive the most current, effective care available. Our therapists bring vast clinical experience and a deep passion for delivering results.
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Why Choose Us?
At Santa Barbara Myo, we are committed to providing the highest standard of care, and it shows in everything we do. Continuing education is a top priority for our team. We stay at the forefront of the latest research and techniques to ensure our patients receive the most current, effective care available. Our therapists bring vast clinical experience and a deep passion for delivering results.
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- ERIC W.
"Working with Nicole through her Myofunctional Therapy process was a total game changer for not only my sleep health, but my overall well-being too! As a result of the work with Nicole I am now breathing more clearly than ever before, sleeping solidly through the night as a nasal breather, no longer am snoring and having Apnea episodes and feel more energized, revitalized and invigorated in my overall health!"
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"It is a true pleasure to work collaboratively with Nicole Cantello and her team at Santa Barbara Myo. She is not only highly knowledgeable and skilled, but also remarkably humble, dedicated, and deeply invested in the well-being of her patients. Nicole brings exceptional clinical insight to her assessments and treatment planning, and I trust her fully to provide comprehensive myofunctional therapy as well as thoughtful guidance on sleep and breathing health."
- Soroush Zaghi, MD | The Breathe Institute | Otolaryngology – Sleep Surgeon
Specializing in Nasal Breathing, Sleep Apnea, Tongue-Tie & Maxillofacial Development
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"We were referred to Nicole by our pediatric dentist after determining that my son (8) had a severe tongue thrust. Nicole is incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and dedicated to patient care. My son (and I) felt so supported by her throughout the process, and we saw incredible results after only 6 months. He no longer has a tongue thrust and the quality of his sleep has improved tremendously. So, so grateful for Nicole and her work!"
- ALANAH E.
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"Nicole Cantello is a truly remarkable myofunctional therapist whose genuine care and attention to detail make every patient feel valued and supported. I’m consistently impressed by her commitment to staying ahead of the latest advances in myofunctional therapy, which ensures her patients benefit from the most current and effective techniques available.
Nicole’s collaborative spirit has created a seamless and integrated approach to patient care, making her an invaluable member of any healthcare team."
- Dr. Tim Yu, airway focused orthodontist at Face Focused Orthodontics
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"I’m a singer, and I had been struggling with vocal fatigue for years. I stumbled across myotherapy through my newborn’s ENT, who recommended Nicole. I did 6 months of myotherapy with Nicole and it completely transformed my breathing, singing, and general facial functionality. HUGE shoutout to Nicole - she is so patient and knowledgeable and you will have a great experience with her."
- DANE S.
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“Working with Nicole Cantello has been one of the most impactful collaborations in my practice. Her ability to identify root dysfunctions and restore proper function through myofunctional therapy has made a significant difference in patient outcomes. She brings clinical insight, compassion, and precision to every case. The results speak for themselves.”
- Dr. Kevin Coppelson, Oromaxillofacial Surgeon, Founder and Director of Breathe Max at The Breathe Institute
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" I took my 5 year old daughter to visit Nicole for an evaluation and had such a positive experience. She is incredibly knowledgeable, kind and has a beautiful bedside manner. She was able to shed light on some ongoing sleep and breathing issues my daughter has had for years and it’s evident that not only is she very experienced but she also really cares for the wellbeing of her patients. I highly recommend Nicole to others looking to work with a wonderful myofunctional therapist."
- PAM S.
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"As a provider, I am beyond grateful for Nicole and her team. Once I became enlightened about orofacial dysfunction, I saw how so many of my patients were limited in their capacity to improve without addressing airway health. I do not refer to providers unless they are humble, enthusiastic about collaboration, and, of course, knowledgeable with a thirst to never stop learning. Nicole hits all three of these marks and more."
-Dr. Alexandra Mohamadi, Physical Therapist at Reframed Physical Therapy
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"I had never heard of Myofunctional Therapy before I met Nicole. I had been suffering from painful bruxism (the clenching and grinding of teeth) and had bounced around between specialized Dentists, Physical Therapists and Acupuncturists to get some relief. Unlike the other professionals I had seen, she had an answer as to why I was experiencing bruxism as well as a plan to resolve it. Nicole was incredibly patient and kind leading me through the therapy and was also readily available if I had questions in-between appointments. Eight months later, I am pain free. I am truly grateful."
- EMILY F.
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"I've absolutely loved working with Nicole! I so appreciate her expertise, clarity and care in our sessions. I feel like I finally have someone who can help and who's got my back, and that's such a relief! She's really listened to all my symptoms, checks in about them and tailors the myofunctional exercises to my exact needs. I'm so grateful I found Nicole, and highly recommend her to anyone needing Myofunctional Therapy!"
- LIZZY M.
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"I recently had my first visit with Nicole for an initial evaluation. From the moment I walked in, she was warm, professional, and approachable. She has a knack for making complex concepts easy to understand, taking the time to explain everything thoroughly. I highly recommend Nicole to anyone in need of a local myofunctional therapist. Her professionalism, approachability, and obvious passion for her work make her a standout. "
- ALLISON M.
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" Nicole is such a wonderful, professional, therapist! She was always kind and patient with my less-than-enthusiastic 8 year old daughter and offered words of encouragement and positivity every chance she was given! We have seen a drastic change in our daughter’s ability to breathe and chew with her mouth closed and she isn’t snoring at night anymore. Nicole offered us answers when all the doctors told us there was nothing they could do, and we really appreciate her for that! I highly recommend Nicole and think she is worth every penny we paid!"
- KIM S.
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“Nicole, you’ve made an impact on my life and those around me, my breathing, sleeping and eating are so much better it’s night and day! It actually blows my mind how so many grown adults have these basic issues that affect everyday life and most just don’t get addressed, I wish I found you sooner! I couldn’t be happier with my results!”
- Yerica H.
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“Nicole guided me with patience, kindness, professionalism, dedication, and efficiency. Even through the computer, she was able to see that I had a tongue tie, which was something I had no idea about! Thanks to her keen observation and referral, I was able to have it released, and it has completely transformed my ability to rest, speak, and eat properly now. She is respectful, kind, and truly dedicated to her patients well being. Thanks to her, my life has improved in ways I never imagined, and I am beyond grateful for her help.”
- DR. ANGELA F.
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“Nicole is fantastic to work with. It’s clear that she has deep expertise and a passion for all things myo therapy. She’s also well connected with local providers - she introduced me to an amazing PT so they’ve been helping me from all angles!”
- ZACH R.
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“Nicole Cantello is one of the most kind and patient people ever! I can breathe better, sleep better, eat better and i have little to no headaches all thanks to her!”
- GIANNA C.
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“I was so impressed with Nicole. My teen daughter had jaw pain and locking jaw on occasion with growing frequency. We were so concerned for our daughter we went to several doctors that were not able to do anything but suggest invasive surgery. And just after a few weeks of therapy discovered a dramatic improvement. We are so thankful for the knowledge, and patience Nicole has. She also helped me with my quality of sleep from these techniques. She is worth every penny. We are beyond happy with the results.”
- JENN N.
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