Frequently Asked Questions
Who Can Benefit From Myofunctional Therapy?
Myofunctional therapy may benefit children and adults experiencing:
-Mouth breathing
-Tongue thrust
-Tongue tie
-Improper swallowing patterns
-Orthodontic relapse
-Sleep-disordered breathing
-Facial muscle dysfunction
What happens during therapy?
Myofunctional therapy programs are personalized to each patient’s individual needs and goals. Sessions typically include education, guided exercises with necessary tools, habit retraining, and progress monitoring to help establish healthier oral muscle patterns and improve overall function.
How long does myofunctional therapy take?
Treatment length varies depending on each patient’s needs, consistency, and goals. Myofunctional therapy involves regular sessions over several months to a year, along with daily exercises completed at home to support long-term success.
Do children and adults both benefit from therapy?
Yes. Myofunctional therapy can benefit patients of all ages. Early intervention in children may support healthy growth and development, while adults often seek therapy to improve breathing, sleep quality, oral habits, and overall function.
Is myofunctional therapy related to orthodontics?
Yes. Proper oral muscle function plays an important role in orthodontic stability and long-term treatment success. Myofunctional therapy is often recommended alongside orthodontic treatment to help address the underlying habits and muscle patterns contributing to dysfunction.
Does therapy focus on breathing?
One of the primary goals of myofunctional therapy is to encourage proper nasal breathing and healthy oral resting posture. Breathing patterns can significantly impact oral function, sleep quality, facial development, and overall wellness.
How do I know if my child or I may benefit from therapy?
Common signs may include chronic mouth breathing, snoring, tongue thrust or tie, speech concerns, clenching or grinding, orthodontic relapse, improper swallowing patterns, or difficulty maintaining proper tongue posture. A consultation can help determine whether myofunctional therapy may be appropriate.
What makes Myo Method different?
At Myo Method, therapy is personalized, supportive, and education-focused. Our goal is to help patients better understand the connection between oral function and overall wellness while creating sustainable habits that support long-term health.
Personalized care for healthier breathing, sleep, and oral function.
At Myo Method, Amanda Lourenco, RDH, AOMT-C provides supportive, education-focused myofunctional therapy for toddlers, children, teens, and adults throughout Fresno and the Central Valley.
Every treatment plan is tailored to help patients build healthier habits that support long-term wellness and lasting results.
