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What can myofunctional therapy do?

Many common concerns, such as mouth breathing, teeth grinding, snoring, and poor sleep, often begin in the mouth. Oral myofunctional therapy addresses the underlying muscle habits of the tongue, lips, and jaw that influence how we breathe, swallow, and function each day.

By retraining these muscles, myofunctional therapy supports more natural breathing, improved sleep, and a better overall sense of wellbeing.

what is myofunctional therapy?

Why might I need myofunctional therapy?

You might benefit from myofunctional therapy if you notice any of the following:

Breathing & sleeping

Often breathe through the mouth instead of the nose
Snoring & sleep apnea
Trouble sleeping or feeling tired during the day
Dry mouth or chapped lips

Tongue & mouth habits

Tongue pushes against teeth when swallowing
Difficulty closing lips together at rest
Tongue tie or limited tongue movement
Lisp or trouble pronunciating certain sounds

Teeth & jaw

Teeth grinding or clenching
Jaw pain, headaches, or facial tension
Teeth shifting because of tongue habits
Crowded teeth or bite problems (overbite, underbite, open bite)

Hi, I'm Jodie.

I am a dedicated dental hygienist with over 26 years of experience and passion for oral, systemic, and airway health. My journey, from practicing full time in dentistry to specializing in myofunctional therapy, has been driven by a commitment to helping patients achieve better breathing, better sleep, and improved overall health.

I look forward to meeting you and guiding you on your journey toward better breathing, better sleep, and better overall health!

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Jodie Frates, BSDH, RDH, OMT

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Ready to take the first step toward, improved sleep, less pain, and healthier oral function?

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