Myofunctional therapy, an alternative modality focusing on eliminating orofacial musculature dysfunction, offers multiple benefits for systemic health and overall wellness. It complements traditional dental treatments. While the American Dental Hygiene Association supports this specialty, no U.S. dental practice acts acknowledge it within the dental hygiene scope of duties. Practicing it requires additional practical skills, and training ranges from 8 to 14 weeks. The growing industry offers varied job opportunities for trained dental hygienists. Compensation is usually higher than traditional dental hygiene, but pay factors are complex. Continued learning is necessary in this rapidly advancing field.
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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.
Myofunctional Therapy Doesn’t Work: Top 3 Reasons Why
Two of the most common Google searches regarding this subject is by those entering "is myofunctional therapy legit" and "is myofunctional therapy a scam?" There is nothing wrong with skepticism, it's a human quality that protects us. Had more people Googled "is the Fyre Festival a scam," prior to paying for it, that may have… Continue reading Myofunctional Therapy Doesn’t Work: Top 3 Reasons Why
Free Thumb Sucking Elimination Program
From the womb my eldest daughter found her greatest comfort. No, not me or my womb. Not the nourishment from the umbilical cord, or security of the amniotic fluid. Her thumb encroached on my rightful space as her greatest comfort before we could even meet. For a decade we battled about her love of that… Continue reading Free Thumb Sucking Elimination Program
The Sleep Apnea Solution You Haven't Tried
These are interesting and trying times across the globe. Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) is spreading and the world is grappling with new realities and possibilities. In this time of stress and worry there is a high probability that you may not be getting much sleep. Worst of all, the sleep you get may lack quality restoration.… Continue reading The Sleep Apnea Solution You Haven't Tried
Tongue Tie Release Terrors and Triumphs: Releasing the Child of A Myofunctional Therapist
There would be no bigger lie than to state that as a myofunctional therapist I had no worries going into my 9-year-old daughter's release. I waited for a little over two years from the time I became a therapist and longer since discovering she was tongue tied before we released. Why? Well, I was scared.… Continue reading Tongue Tie Release Terrors and Triumphs: Releasing the Child of A Myofunctional Therapist
5 Myofunctional Therapy Myths Revealed and Resolved
There's an increase in information regarding myofunctional therapy available on the internet. It's hard to differentiate between the good, the bad, and the outright ridiculous. There are concerning reoccurring myths that seem to pop up often. As usual, there's some truth in some myths, and outright fiction in others. You may have even bought into… Continue reading 5 Myofunctional Therapy Myths Revealed and Resolved
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
3 Mistakes to Avoid When Your Child Has A Tongue Tie
With lip and tongue tie diagnosis at a recent high, and release providers popping up out of seemingly nowhere, it is almost inevitable that parents and children will make mistakes. Upon recently discovering that several providers in my area are now diagnosing and treating tongue and lip ties that I could not convince them existed… Continue reading 3 Mistakes to Avoid When Your Child Has A Tongue Tie
5 Tips for Busy Moms About Myofunctional Therapy
As a mother of 4, I can honestly say that there is nothing more stressful than trying to add something new into an already busy schedule. Understanding why your child needs myofunctional therapy and integrating it into your life can be complicated. So here's 5 of the best tips this mom of 4 has to… Continue reading 5 Tips for Busy Moms About Myofunctional Therapy
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