Areas of Pratice
How can Myofunctional Therapy help?
TMD and Pain
Orofacial therapy involves specific manual techniques that targets muscles inside the mouth, jaw, and face to relieve tension, improve mobility, and reduce pain. By working on deep facial and jaw muscles, this hands-on therapy helps alleviate symptoms of TMJ disorder, headaches, neck pain, and clenching/grinding (bruxism). Areas of the head and neck are also targeted as well. Orofacial myofunctional therapy is crucial in alleviating pain and tension caused from TMD related disorders and restoring optimal range of motion.
Benefits of Orofacial Manual Therapy:
✔ Relieves jaw and facial muscle tension
✔ Reduces headaches and neck pain
✔ Supports better jaw function and mobility
✔ Enhances relaxation and overall well-being
Guiding Growth and Development
Myofunctional therapy is a specialized treatment that focuses on retraining the muscles of the face, tongue, and mouth to improve breathing, chewing, swallowing, and overall oral function. Think of this as physical therapy for the oral facial muscles. Through targeted exercises, myofunctional therapy helps address issues like tongue thrust, mouth breathing, TMJ discomfort, and sleep-disordered breathing. This therapy is beneficial for both children and adults, promoting long-term oral health and wellness.
Benefits of Myofunctional Therapy:
✔ Improves tongue posture and function
✔ Enhances breathing and sleep quality
✔ Supports orthodontic treatment and facial development
✔ Reduces jaw tension and TMJ discomfort