Healthy breathing through the nose has shown time and time again to be how our body optimally absorbs oxygen. If we are not doing this, it can lead to many negative health changes.
Myofunctional Therapy
What is Myofunctional therapy?
Do you suffer from any of the following?
Do you suffer from any of the following?
Myofunctional therapy is an exercise-based treatment for symptoms and conditions related to the face, mouth and jaws.
Similar to physical therapy, certain exercises, stretches and relaxation techniques can help alleviate pain, prevent mouthbreathing and in children, aid in correct facial development.
Do you suffer from any of the following?
Do you suffer from any of the following?
Do you suffer from any of the following?
- Neck and shoulder pain
- Dental decay and gum disease
- Acid reflux and digestive problems
- Snoring and sleep disordered breathing
- Headaches from clenching and grinding
- Orthodontic relapse after braces are removed
- Chronic mouthbreathing
- Hyperactivity and trouble focusing for children
- Chronic fatigue and daytime sleepiness in adults
Treatment options
Do you suffer from any of the following?
Treatment options
With a thorough exam, we can diagnose where you are having muscle compensations, tight tissues and possible tethered/tied tissues. Just like physical therapy, we create a specialized list of exercises to re-train your muscles. Our treatment recommendations may also include massage, lifestyle changes, or even surgery.
About Us
Meet Destini, RDH
Destini, a Registered Dental Hygienist, began her training in MyoFunctional Therapy after seeing many of her patients with neck pain, headaches and teeth grinding getting little relief from traditional therapies. She received her training from the nationally recognized MyoMentor course with Sarah Hornsby and enjoys seeing patients in person and through zoom calls for their convenience. She is thrilled to be helping her patients with flossing AND proper breathing.
Meet Dr. Jennifer Barrett
Dr.Barrett began her journey into MyoFunctional Therapy when she realized her son had many of the symptoms listed in a lecture on Pediatric Sleep Apnea. She quickly dived into the field and has had multiple courses on Sleep Apnea, MyoFunctional therapy, and Tongue Ties. Dr. Barrett focuses her time on educating patients that exhibit symptoms, providing dental and surgical options as needed.