At Ramsey Therapy Group, we provide specialized Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy to help children and adults develop healthy oral muscle function and proper movement patterns. Myofunctional therapy focuses on retraining the muscles of the tongue, lips, cheeks, and jaw to improve breathing, swallowing, speech, and oral resting posture.
Our goal is to address the underlying muscle patterns that may contribute to speech difficulties, mouth breathing, tongue thrust, orthodontic concerns, and other oral function challenges.
Myofunctional Therapy is offered in our Tulsa clinic and is available through teletherapy on a case-by-case basis when clinically appropriate.
Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy is a personalized exercise program that helps improve the coordination and function of the muscles used for breathing, chewing, swallowing, speaking, and maintaining proper oral resting posture.
Therapy focuses on developing healthy habits that support long-term function rather than simply treating symptoms.
Myofunctional therapy may benefit both children and adults experiencing:
Because every individual is unique, a comprehensive evaluation helps determine whether myofunctional therapy is appropriate for your needs.
Each treatment plan is individualized based on your evaluation findings and personal goals. Therapy may include exercises and strategies to improve:
Regular home practice is an essential part of therapy and plays an important role in achieving lasting results.
Myofunctional therapy often works best as part of a collaborative healthcare team. When appropriate, we coordinate care with other professionals involved in your treatment, including:
Working together helps ensure a comprehensive approach to improving oral function and overall health.
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