Myofunctional therapy is a specialized form of therapy that focuses on retraining the muscles of the face, mouth, and tongue to support proper breathing, oral rest posture, speaking, chewing, and swallowing. It is a non-invasive, holistic approach that treats root causes, not just symptoms, and can benefit both children and adults.
Through gentle exercises and habit retraining, myofunctional therapy supports better breathing, optimized growth and development in children, stable orthodontic results, reduced TMJ discomfort, improved sleep quality, and enhanced overall wellness.
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Myofunctional therapy is a specialized form of therapy that focuses on retraining the muscles of the face, mouth, and tongue to support proper breathing, oral rest posture, speaking, chewing, and swallowing. It is a non-invasive, holistic approach that treats root causes, not just symptoms, and can benefit both children and adults.
Through gentle exercises and habit retraining, myofunctional therapy supports better breathing, optimized growth and development in children, stable orthodontic results, reduced TMJ discomfort, improved sleep quality, and enhanced overall wellness.
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CONDITIONS AND SYMPTOMS MYOFUNCTIONAL THERAPY CAN HELP
Difficulty keeping lips closed at rest or reliance on mouth breathing during the day or night.
Noisy breathing during sleep or pauses in breathing that affect sleep quality.
Struggling to breathe easily during sleep, often feeling unrefreshed despite a full night's rest.
Persistent tiredness, low energy, or feeling exhausted even after sleeping.
Nighttime or daytime jaw clenching, tooth grinding, and related discomfort.
Pain, popping, locking, or tension in the jaw joints.
Chronic muscle tightness that can be linked to oral and breathing dysfunctions.
Bedwetting beyond the typical age, often related to sleep-breathing issues.
Struggles with concentration, behavioral regulation, or signs of ADHD that may be tied to poor sleep and breathing patterns.
Improper swallowing patterns where the tongue pushes against the teeth, potentially impacting speech and orthodontic results.
Strengthening and retraining the tongue and oral muscles to ensure proper healing and long-term success after a tongue or lip tie release.
Chronic mouth breathing can activate the sympathetic nervous system and keep individuals operating in a “fight or flight” state throughout the day and night.
Optimizing oral rest posture through myofunctional therapy can help ensure your orthodontic treatment results are stable and long-lasting.
Myofunctional therapy is a specialized program of exercises and habit retraining designed to correct dysfunctions of the muscles of the face, tongue, mouth, and throat. It helps improve breathing, oral posture, swallowing, and sleep quality.
What is myofunctional therapy?
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Children, teens, and adults can all benefit. Myofunctional therapy may help those struggling with mouth breathing, snoring, sleep apnea, TMJ pain, clenching and grinding, chronic fatigue, head and neck tension, bedwetting, focus and attention challenges, tongue thrust, or preparing for/rehabilitating from a tongue tie release.
Who can benefit from myofunctional therapy?
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Sessions are personalized based on your needs. They typically include guided exercises to retrain oral muscles, breathing exercises, habit correction strategies, and education to support lasting results. We regularly assess progress and adjust your plan to meet your goals.
What does a typical myofunctional therapy session look like?
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Everyone’s needs are different. Some patients complete therapy in a few months, while others, especially those with complex breathing or structural concerns, may work with us longer. On average, therapy lasts 6–12 months to achieve strong, lasting results.
How long does therapy take?
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Not at all! Exercises are gentle, simple, and easy to fit into your daily routine. Consistency is key — just a few minutes a day can lead to major improvements over time.
Is myofunctional therapy hard?
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Yes! Collaboration is an important part of our approach. We frequently work alongside dentists, orthodontists, ENTs, sleep specialists, bodyworkers, and other airway-focused providers to ensure you receive the most comprehensive care possible.
Do you work with other healthcare providers?
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Absolutely. Therapy before and after a release is essential for retraining the muscles, optimizing healing, and preventing reattachment. We create customized programs to support a smooth, successful recovery.
Can myofunctional therapy help after a tongue tie release?
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While myofunctional therapy is not typically covered by insurance, many patients choose to use HSA or FSA funds for their therapy. We are happy to provide superbills if you would like to submit for possible reimbursement.
Is myofunctional therapy covered by insurance?
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