Specializing in Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy
OMDs
Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders are any habit or condition that interferes with proper development and action of the orofacial muscles. This includes muscles of the tongue, lips, cheeks and jaw. Incorrect habits and breathing can lead to improper development of the teeth, speech, chewing, swallowing, poor table manners, and poor resting tongue posture.
Signs & Symptoms
Orofacial myofunctional disorders can include one or a combination of the following:
- Resting with lips apart
- A resting posture of the tongue between or against the teeth
- Tongue tie
- Mouth breathing (day or night)
- Clenching or grinding teeth
- Tongue thrust
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Open bite or orthodontic relapse
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TMJ or head and neck pain
- Other harmful oral habits
Therapy Program
Myofunctional therapy is an effective program that is beneficial to children, teens, and adults. Correcting dysfunctional muscle and breathing patterns can be maintained years after completing treatment.
OMDs
Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders are any habit or condition that interferes with proper development and action of the orofacial muscles. This includes muscles of the tongue, lips, cheeks and jaw. Incorrect habits and breathing can lead to improper development of the teeth, speech, chewing, swallowing, poor table manners, and poor resting tongue posture.
Signs & Symptoms
Orofacial myofunctional disorders can include one or a combination of the following:
- Resting with lips apart
- A resting posture of the tongue between or against the teeth
- Tongue tie
- Mouth breathing (day or night)
- Clenching or grinding teeth
- Tongue thrust
-
Open bite or orthodontic relapse
-
TMJ or head and neck pain
- Other harmful oral habits
Meet Lisa
Hi and welcome to OMTherapy! I am Lisa Jack and I am a board certified orofacial myofunctional therapist and registered dental hygienist. I have been in the dental field for 25 years. I graduated from Wichita State University with a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene. After years in private practice, teaching dental hygiene students, and educating special needs caregivers about oral health, I realized the impact myofunctional disorders and dysfunctional breathing have on a person. I have taken numerous courses and trainings over the years, which led to becoming a certified yoga instructor, certification in the Buteyko Breathing Method, and a Certified Orofacial Myologist (COM®) through the International Association of Orofacial Myology (IAOM). It is through my extensive experience and continued education in these areas that I feel confident in helping restore normal orofacial muscle function and healthier breathing patterns.
Specializing in myofunctional therapy often requires working with other dental and health professionals who understand the impact orofacial dysfunction can have on the whole body. The connection of our oral health and overall health couldn’t be more important. I truly enjoy working one on one with children and adults, taking time to listen to their needs, and reaching therapy goals together for long-term results.