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?
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Don’t overlook this essential health component
I know what you're thinking. The internet is full of health and wellness advice and there is no possible way that you have missed anything in your journey to health and wellness. In fact, your custom meal delivery box sets, personal trainer, physician, nutritionist or app have encompassed anything that could possibly be involved...right? WRONG!… Continue reading Don’t overlook this essential health component
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
Do You Need Myofunctional Therapy: The Definitive Assessments
The frequent congestion, ear/throat infections, poor sleep, tongue thrust and mouth-breathing has become intolerable. Your dental or medical professional has informed you about myofunctional therapy as a treatment to provide you with some relief...now what? I've been there. You just heard about this random therapy that seems to have come out of nowhere, your head… Continue reading Do You Need Myofunctional Therapy: The Definitive Assessments
Is Airway Health A Privilege?
I distinctly remember the first time my dental provider pointed out to me that my child had a tongue tie. It was unexpected, overwhelming and immediately followed up with fast explanations of why it mattered. The possible implications and mental standouts of symptoms she currently had made me want to take immediate action. Yet, the… Continue reading Is Airway Health A Privilege?
Daily Nasal Hygiene: Tips to Keep Air Flowing For Less Nose Blowing
The nasal passage needs daily care just as the rest of your body does, yet it is often neglected. Here are 4 steps to take to ensure you show some love to the primary respiratory feature of the head. Clear the path Make sure you blow the nose and empty the sinus as much as… Continue reading Daily Nasal Hygiene: Tips to Keep Air Flowing For Less Nose Blowing
Pre and Post Frenectomy Excercising: An Analogy to Make it Simple
The decision to release a restricted or "tied" tongue and/or lip is not one to be taken lightly. While the procedure itself is a minor surgery with relatively quick recovery, several factors should be considered prior to committing. ResearchProfessional ConfirmationPre- and Post-procedural exercise regimenRecovery timeline and commitment Research Believe it or not, tongue ties and… Continue reading Pre and Post Frenectomy Excercising: An Analogy to Make it Simple
An airway issue has been identified…now what?
So you had what you thought was going to be a routine dental or medical evaluation and your provider has just informed you that you and/or your child has a breathing or airway issue. You are understandably confused and possibly have been given too much information about a problem you never knew existed. You have… Continue reading An airway issue has been identified…now what?
Airway Matters 