Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy (OMT) is a non-invasive treatment option for orofacial myofunctional disorders (OMDs), which are abnormalities in lip, jaw, or tongue position while at rest, during swallowing or speech.

 

Examples of OMDs include:

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• Repetitive oral habits such as thumb or finger sucking

• Habitual open-mouth resting posture (lips apart)

• Resting tongue posture between or against the teeth

• Tongue thrust swallowing pattern

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These OMDs contribute to many medical and dental problems including:

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• Malocclusion (poor alignment of teeth) 

• Orthodontic relapse

• Periodontal disease

• Chewing/swallowing/feeding disorders

• Abnormal jaw growth and position

• TMD (jaw pain)

• Low facial tone

• Restricted airway!

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