Orofacial myofunctional therapy is an approach to treating many potential conditions. It sounds appealing because it treats so many situations, and it treats without the uncomfortable tools other treatments use. Orthodontics without braces and {{{{link id='50284' text='sleep apnea treatment' esc_html='false'}}}} without CPAP all seem appealing. However, is orofacial myofunctional therapy a good [...]
During adolescence, if the jaw, airway, and other facial structures don’t develop correctly, they can cause issues such as TMD, sleep apnea, speech problems and so much more. Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy (OMT) is a treatment option that can help patients correct their development and the resulting issues. To help you understand OMT better, we’ve compiled [...]
One of the causes of sleep apnea or snoring is actually muscle weakness in the upper throat, mouth, and tongue. By strengthening these airway muscles with exercises involved in myofunctional therapy, those suffering from sleep apnea or snoring can improve their symptoms. Sleep dentist, Dr. Stafford at Bite Align in Fort [...]
