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Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy is like physical therapy for the muscles of your head, neck and jaw, and the muscles that surround and support your tongue. When facial muscles are dysfunctional, they are not working in harmony. This can result in chronic jaw pain, headaches, facial pain, grinding, or clenching of your teeth.
If your tongue doesn’t habitually rest in the correct position, you may be more likely to:
Orofacial myofunctional disorders (OMDs) refer to a group of conditions that affect the muscles and functions of the face, mouth, and throat due to abnormal movement patterns. These disorders can result in difficulties with speech, swallowing, breathing, and other oral functions. Treatment for myofunctional disorders often involves a multidisciplinary approach, which may include speech therapy, dental intervention, orthodontics, physical therapy, and in some cases, medical or surgical interventions.
Our goal is to cultivate an awareness of muscle use and develop a therapy program of regular exercises designed specifically to your needs.
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