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What is Orofacial Myology or Myofunctional Therapy?

Orofacial myology/Myofunctional therapy evaluates and treats the oral and facial musculature. During the sessions, therapy focuses on retraining the muscles to work properly to alleviate potential problems associated with myofunctional disorders. Myofunctional therapy can begin at 4 years of age with no age limit. Working with a myofunctional therapist can provide lasting results and can be life changing. 

What are Myofunctional Disorders?

Myofunctional disorders consist of abnormal movements of the face and mouth which may have a negative influence on facial growth and development. Myofunctional disorders may lead to:

  • Speech unintelligibility
  • Feeding/swallowing difficulties
  • Picky eating
  • Choking or gagging on liquids or foods
  • Difficulty swallowing pills
  • Misaligned teeth
  • Need for orthodontia 
  • Orthodontic relapse
  • Abnormal resting position of the tongue
  • Noxious habits such as thumb/finger sucking, tongue/lip sucking
  • Sleep issues
  • Teeth grinding
  • Improper jaw function/Temporomandibular joint dysfunction
  • Jaw popping/clicking
  • Open-mouth resting posture/mouth breathing during the day and/or at night
  • Tongue thrust
  • Chronic neck and back pain
  • Forward head posture
  • Acid reflux/GERD
  • Sleep apnea/sleep disordered breathing
  • Frequent dental cavities
  • Recessed jaw
  • Overbite


What can cause Myofunctional Disorders?

  • Genetics
  • Syndromes
  • Prolonged pacifier use
  • Thumb sucking
  • Prolonged bottle use
  • Weak oral musculature
  • Tongue and lip ties (ankyloglossia and ankylolabia respectively) 
  • Physical anomalies


How We Evaluate and Treat Myofunctional Disorders:

Your Speech-Language Pathologist, trained in myofunctional disorders, will evaluate the structures of your mouth as well as the strength and range of motion of your oral musculature, and evaluate your overall posture. They will discuss your personal goals with you and determine a treatment plan that incorporates mutually agreed upon goals.

Airway - Centric Orthodontist

If you are looking for an Airway-Centric Orthodontist who is knowledgeable about tongue ties and the impact on breathing, we recommend Demko Orthodontics.  

Testimonials

“I can’t say enough about how amazing Sensory Solutions has been, and Abby in particular! When I first looked into their services, I’ll admit I was a bit skeptical. The center specializes in pediatrics, and I wasn’t sure if it would be the right fit for me as an adult. However, Abby completely changed my perspective. From the very first interaction, she made the entire process seamless and reassuring.

Abby is incredibly easy to work with. She’s professional, approachable, and truly takes the time to understand your unique needs—no matter your age. She tailored the sessions to fit my specific goals and made sure I was comfortable every step of the way.

My main concern was my tongue thrust. Abby gave me a series of exercises that were perfect for taming it. The exercises were simple to follow, and with Abby’s guidance, I saw noticeable improvement in a short period of time. What impressed me most was her ability to explain everything in a way that was both clear and approachable, addressing my concerns while offering solutions that worked for me.

On top of all of that, Abby was incredibly flexible with my school schedule, which was a huge relief. As a student with a busy schedule, I was worried about fitting sessions in, but Abby worked with me to find times that were both convenient and effective. Her willingness to accommodate my commitments made the process so much easier and stress-free.

The entire team at Sensory Solutions has created a warm, welcoming environment that fosters progress and personal growth. Abby and the center have truly been a game-changer. If you’re looking for support in this area—no matter your age—I highly recommend Sensory Solutions. Abby is the best!” -Taylor, age 28

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