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What is Myofunctional Therapy?
Think of myofunctional therapy as personal training for your face and airway. Through a customized series of simple, daily exercises, we help correct the muscular habits that contribute to:
- Mouth breathing
- Snoring and sleep apnea
- Poor posture
- Crooked teeth
- TMJ dysfunction
- Underdeveloped jaws
- Tongue thrust and speech issues
It’s a natural, non-invasive, and effective solution for those who want to address the root cause—not just manage symptoms.
Why Tongue Function Matters More Than You Think
Your tongue is the unsung hero of your facial development, breathing efficiency, and sleep quality. When it’s in the wrong position—resting low in the mouth or pushing against the teeth—it can silently sabotage your health.
The problem lies in the fact that poor oral muscle function affects more than just your mouth. It can impact your life in various ways:
- Poor tongue posture narrows the airway, leading to snoring, sleep apnea, and fatigue.
- A mouth pressing on your teeth can lead to smile misalignment, requiring braces or aligners.
- Bad bite alignment and poor tongue posture impact speech, chewing, and swallowing.
- In the long run, all of these issues can cause TMJ pain, headaches, and poor posture.
The good news is that, just like any muscle, the tongue can be trained and strengthened, leading to a healthier mouth!
Who Can Benefit From Myofunctional Therapy?
Myofunctional therapy can be beneficial for you or your child if you experience:
- Mouth breathing instead of nasal breathing
- Snoring or restless sleep
- Tongue-tie or speech delays
- Crooked teeth or frequent orthodontic relapses
- TMJ pain or jaw clicking
- Forward head posture
- Frequent headaches or fatigue
- Allergies or chronic nasal congestion
- A history of thumb sucking or pacifier use
If you have noticed one or more of these issues, and don’t know what to do to improve your quality of life, Myofunctional Therapy could be the missing piece in your health puzzle!
Myofunctional Therapy for Kids: Start Early for a Lifetime of Benefits
One issue with oral-related bad habits is that we tend to develop them early—especially during childhood. Unfortunately, these problems can have a long-lasting effect on your child's smile. If a kid shows signs of poor tongue posture, such as struggles with allergies, a tongue tie, or feeding challenges, this can affect:
- Facial and jaw development
- Tooth alignment
- Speech patterns
- Behavior and attention
- Sleep quality
Luckily, the earlier we intervene, the better the long-term results. Our pediatric myofunctional therapy program helps naturally guide your child’s growth, supporting proper airway development, restful sleep, and healthy smiles.
Myofunctional Therapy for Adults: Breathe, Sleep, and Live Better
Even as an adult, it’s not too late to benefit from myofunctional treatment. In fact, many adult patients who suffer from chronic fatigue, TMJ, snoring, or relapsing orthodontic results have underlying oral dysfunction that’s gone untreated for years.
Our customized therapy programs can help:
- Reduce snoring and sleep apnea symptoms
- Relieve TMJ tension and headaches
- Support long-term orthodontic retention
- Improve posture, focus, and breathing
How Myofunctional Therapy Works at Dental Healing Arts
A key value in holistic dentistry is considering each patient and their situation as unique. At Dental Healing Arts, we personalize every therapy plan to your unique needs, because no two mouths are the same.
1. Comprehensive Evaluation
We begin with a comprehensive assessment of your breathing, tongue posture, sleep patterns, and oral function. We may use airway scans, sleep screening tools, and detailed photos to gain a comprehensive understanding of the situation.
2. Custom Treatment Plan
Based on your assessment, we design a personalized exercise program to strengthen your tongue, lips, and cheeks, restoring proper function and habits.
Exercises are:
- Simple
- Fun (especially for kids!)
- Just 5–10 minutes per day
3. Ongoing Support
We’ll check in regularly, make adjustments as needed, and cheer you on. Our goal is to help you build lifelong habits that support optimal health!
Why Choose Dental Healing Arts for Myofunctional Therapy?
At Dental Healing Arts, we’re not just looking at your teeth—we’re looking at the big picture.
We believe in a holistic, airway-centered approach to dentistry, combining advanced diagnostics with natural, preventive care. Our team is specially trained in functional orthodontics, myofunctional therapy, and airway development, providing your child (or yourself) with a foundation for total health, not just a beautiful smile.
We’re proud to serve Jupiter, Florida, with compassionate, cutting-edge care for families just like yours!
Meet Jenny: Our Myofunctional Therapy Expert
With over 26 years of dedicated experience in the dental field, Jenny is an exceptional biological dental hygienist and myofunctional therapy expert at Dental Healing Arts.
She earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology from George Mason University and a degree in Dental Hygiene from Allegany College of Maryland, positioning her as a trusted professional in oral healthcare. Jenny specializes in providing personalized care with a focus on understanding each patient’s worries and concerns.
By building a relationship of openness and trust, she can help patients achieve and maintain optimal dental health—and ultimately contribute to their overall wellness.
Book Your Myofunctional Consultation in Jupiter Today
If your child struggles with sleep, focus, or mouth breathing—or if you’re tired of living with TMJ, snoring, or fatigue—it’s time to address the root cause. We can help train your tongue and muscles to function properly through simple, targeted exercises, leading to improved breathing, sleep, and overall health.
Contact Dental Healing Arts and take the first step toward achieving a better quality of life!
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