Signs Your Child’s Sleep Issues May Be Airway Related
Many parents assume poor sleep is just a "phase," but it may indicate an underlying issue. Frequent waking, difficulty staying…
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What Happens During an Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy Evaluation?
An orofacial myofunctional therapy evaluation is often the first step toward identifying concerns involving the muscles and functions of the…
How Poor Sleep Quality Can Affect Behavior and Learning in Children
Quality sleep is essential for a child's physical, emotional, and cognitive development. During sleep the body and mind rest and…
The Link Between Airway Health and Facial Growth
Airway health plays a critical role in how the face, jaws, and oral structures develop throughout childhood. While many parents…
How Tongue Posture Affects Facial Development in Children
Tongue posture refers to the overall placement and movement of the tongue when children chew, swallow, and speak. The tongue…
Picky Eating vs. Feeding Disorders: How to Tell the Difference
Many children go through phases of selective eating. They suddenly stop eating foods they once liked, or they only want…
Myofunctional Therapist Jobs: Build a Career in a High-Growth, Purpose-Driven Field
If you’re searching for myofunctional therapist jobs, you’re likely looking for more than just a position, you want meaningful work,…
Mouth Breathing vs. Nasal Breathing: Why It Matters for Long Term Health
Breathing is something most people rarely think about, yet the way we breathe can have a significant impact on overall…
Common Myths About Speech and Myofunctional Therapy: Debunking Misconceptions
Speech and myofunctional therapy are commonly offered together by the same provider. They are related, but different types of therapy…
Why Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy Should Be a Part of Your Child’s Oral Health Routine
Oral health is about more than just brushing and flossing. While preventing cavities and keeping your child’s teeth clean is…
Does Insurance Cover Myofunctional Therapy?
Myofunctional therapy is an increasingly utilized form of physical therapy that focuses on the muscles of the mouth, face, and…
How Much Does Myofunctional Therapy Cost
Myofunctional therapy addresses speech, breathing, and swallowing issues. When the oral muscles (i.e. the tongue and lips) don’t move properly…
Use It or Lose It: Maximize Your Year-End Insurance Benefits
As the end of the year approaches, now is the perfect time to review your health and therapy benefits. Many…
How Virtual Therapy is Revolutionizing Speech and Myofunctional Treatment in Rural Texas
Myofunctional therapy is becoming more widely accessible throughout the nation. However, in less populated areas such as rural Texas it…
How Myofunctional Therapy Supports Successful Speech and Language Development in Children
Speech and language development is a process that begins in the womb and continues throughout childhood. From the time an…
Tips for Parents: How to Support Your Child’s Myofunctional Therapy Journey at Home
Myofunctional therapy is a highly valuable form of physical therapy for people of all ages, especially children. When problems such…
Why Early Intervention in Myofunctional Therapy Is Key for Kids
Myofunctional therapy helps with a variety of difficulties that are common in children, including speech, feeding, sleep, and airway issues.…
When to Seek Professional Help for Your Child’s Speech Delay
Speech is something that children develop at different rates. Most children begin to form words in infancy, with more advanced…
The Benefits of Virtual Myofunctional Therapy for Kids and Adults
Orofacial myofunctional therapy focuses on training the mouth and facial muscles to improve breathing, eating, and swallowing, among other necessary…
Top 5 Signs Your Child Might Need Myofunctional Therapy
Many children and adults exhibit signs of orofacial myofunctional disorders. These issues include speech, language, chewing, breathing, and swallowing. This…
At What Age Is Speech Fully Developed?
As a speech and orofacial myofunctional therapist working with patients ages 5+, I often get the question: “At what age…
Can Adults Fix Tongue Thrust?
As an orofacial myofunctional therapist and speech therapist, I often get asked, "Can adults fix tongue thrust?" The answer is…
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Virtual Speech TherapyTo start with, I want to share with you that here at our practice, we have transitioned to…
