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Finding Natural Relief for Gut Health with Myofunctional Therapy
Think of mouth breathing as the stealthy ninja of daily habits; it enters quietly, and before you know it, it's affecting everything—including your digestion and gut health! Let's unmask the culprit and explore the surprising connection you never saw coming.
Find Natural Relief for Tonsil Stones with Myofunctional Therapy
I'm often asked if myofunctional therapy can help with tonsil stones by people that are frustrated with the dry mouth, foul odor and sore throats that have plagued them for years. Nothing can be more frustrating than dealing with the discomfort of tonsil stones without a clear understanding of why they occur or effective natural… Continue reading Find Natural Relief for Tonsil Stones with Myofunctional Therapy
Do I need myofunctional therapy? Here’s when to wait and when to act
Knowing when to initiate myofunctional therapy treatment can be challenging. Is it critical to get you to the wellness goals you have it mind? Can it be effective enough to produce results? Can it realistically fit into your daily schedule? With numerous considerations and conflicting views on the efficacy it is understandable that you would want to know if orofacial myofunctional therapy is a true need.
Mouth Breathing Wrecks Kids: A Parent To Parent Warning
We use it to communicate, nourish our body, and connect with others. Yet it can also unwind the health and behavior of children when misused. Our mouths are an invitation into the body, that when left open and unchecked permit open destruction that is difficult to resolve. I've been there with sick and tired children,… Continue reading Mouth Breathing Wrecks Kids: A Parent To Parent Warning
How to Stop Mouth Breathing
The nose is the ultimate natural tool for breathing. Designed perfectly to filter, warm, and optimize the air we breathe in. Though we were also given a mouth, a fine substitute to be used in temporary situations, in terms of breathing, it is nothing compared to the nose. In fact, when in prolonged use for… Continue reading How to Stop Mouth Breathing
Frequently Asked Questions About Myofunctional Therapy
I have previously addressed the most common questions regarding myofunctional therapy in individual blog posts, such as: How much does myofunctional therapy cost?Why do I need myofunctional therapy?What do I need to do once I learn I have an Airway Centered Disorder or Sleep Disordered Breathing? However, there are many questions I am often asked… Continue reading Frequently Asked Questions About Myofunctional Therapy
My kids were ignored, heed my warning: Don’t let doctors ignore yours
It took 10 years and a pediatric dentist for me to realize that I was a terrible mother. I fell into the trap of taking the pediatrician at her word. She said they would grow out of these problems, she advised medication for years before I regretfully succumbed, and she said it was all normal.… Continue reading My kids were ignored, heed my warning: Don’t let doctors ignore yours
Why did my doctor recommend myofunctional therapy?
I guess you thought you were in for a simple visit. A routine visit with a simple diagnosis or the always preferred, confirmation of health. Thankfully, you have an excellent doctor who cares about your whole body and sent you on a wellness path! There are several reasons why you may have been referred to… Continue reading Why did my doctor recommend myofunctional therapy?
Why You Haven’t Heard of Myofunctional Therapy
Whether you are new to this blog or a frequent reader, I think it is safe to say I make my love for myofunctional therapy known. It has impacted my personal life and changed the health of my home. It's been around for nearly a century with current research linking it to improvements in speech,… Continue reading Why You Haven’t Heard of Myofunctional Therapy
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