10 Signs You Might Need Myofunctional Therapy

Have you ever wondered if something subtle — like mouth breathing or chronic jaw pain — might be connected to a deeper issue? You're not alone. Here are 10 signs that myofunctional therapy might be right for you or your child

1. You breathe through your mouth
2. You snore
3. Your tongue doesn’t rest on the roof of your mouth
4. You have a tongue tie, or you had it released, and did not have body work or a myofunctional therapist to guide you before and after your procedure. If you’re wondering how this gets overlooked, this post dives into what providers weren’t taught to see.
5. Sleep is a struggle.
6. Your teeth or bite shifts after orthodontics
7. You suffer from TMJ pain or headaches frequently
8. You have tried everything you can for bad breath or periodontal disease and nothing works
9. You notice your face is asymmetrical
10. Your healthcare provider has recommended it to you.

There are many reasons why you could have landed on this page, and I’m here to help guide you to the best possible outcome. 

Whether you are someone who breathes through your mouth and recently learned that that is not best practice (the nose filters, humidifies, and warms the air for our lungs our mouths do not) or your face is not as symmetrical as you would like, myofunctional therapy can help!

Why is this important?

The mouth is the gateway to the body and it gives us many clues.  You see, myofunctional therapy (myo for short) is great at finding the body’s weakness in the face, mouth, and neck and helps to correct it by strengthening the many muscles that are in this area.  When muscles are used correctly, and do not compensate for other weaker muscles then the body is able to heal which leads to less inflammation, and pain, and a healthier you.  Myo is gentle, non-invasive, and personalized. 

I have treated the gamut: from tired parents looking for answers, a chronic mouth breather with tons of allergies, to someone who just knows that something feels off – this is your sign to explore a new path to wellness.