myofunctional therapy for oral posture
Therapeutic exercises to improve breathing, strengthen and reeducate facial and tongue muscles to enhance their function. My practice works with you as a whole body. My goal is to look for your root cause resolution.
What is Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy?
Orofacial Myofuntional Therapy (OMT) can go by several names, including myofunctional therapy, tongue thrust therapy, tongue-tie therapy, oral and facial exercises, or oral and facial therapy. The goal is to correct the improper function of the tongue and facial muscles by using targeted exercises for oral posture retraining. Strengthening the tongue and orofacial muscles makes it easier to keep the tongue on the roof of the mouth, stop the tongue from resting on the teeth, keep lips closed, eliminate a tongue thrust, and breathe through the nose.
Get Started
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30 Minute Consultation
Conducted via telehealth, this session will help answer questions to see if Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy is right for you.
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Functional evaluation
An in depth 60-90 minute evaluation of orofacial dysfunction, reviewed health history, compensations, functionality, and a customized plan for therapy.
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Myofunctional Therapy Session
Therapy sessions are typically scheduled on a bi-weekly or monthly basis and last about 30 minutes.
Who can benefit from myofunctional therapy?
Myofunctional therapy works for all ages. Your body is always changing and remodeling itself—and orofacial myofunctional therapy capitalizes on the fact that your jawbones are among the most dynamic bones in the entire body. That means they’re more receptive to the forces released when performing therapeutic exercises.
Testimonials
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Lori is incredible. We’ve been working with her roughly twice a month for nearly a year now to help with my 5 year old’s tongue tie. Not only does she have a huge amount of knowledge within her field, but she’s also just a very kind, patient, and caring person. We’ve noticed substantial differences in my son’s eating/swallowing/breathing thanks to her. She also brought several things to our attention that we never would have known about otherwise.
Rachel R
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Lori is extremely knowledgeable and helpful in all areas of oral and facial therapy. Her toolbox of exercises and tips is never ending! She scaffolds the therapy sessions to build strength, function, and skills at each appointment. Lori is kind and patient. I highly recommend Buffalo Myo!
Rebekah L.
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I was having issues swallowing and wasn’t sure what the issue was. Was referred to Lori at the beginning of the year and started therapy to improve issues. Over the course of 6 months I have noticed quite an improvement in my overall eating habits and I am glad that I went through this program. Highly recommend for anyone who was having the same issues I was!!
Abby K.
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Lori is wonderful! I contacted her after my daughter had her tongue tie release and was able to get a quick appointment. She sent educational materials the same day as our initial conversation. My daughter looked forward to her appointments because Lori makes them fun! Lori is extremely knowledgeable, takes a thorough exam and monitors progress carefully. She listened to my concerns as a mom and my daughters concerns. I really appreciated her recommendations on pain relief during early healing stages as well as other recommendations for symptoms associated with my daughters issues, all while taking a natural approach. While I was given a few providers to receive this therapy for my daughter, I am grateful and appreciative for contacting Lori first.
Rosemarie I.
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Lori is incredible. We’ve been working with her roughly twice a month for nearly a year now to help with my 5 year old’s tongue tie. Not only does she have a huge amount of knowledge within her field, but she’s also just a very kind, patient, and caring person. We’ve noticed substantial differences in my son’s eating/swallowing/breathing thanks to her. She also brought several things to our attention that we never would have known about otherwise.
I highly recommend working with Lori, or at the very least setting up a consultation to see what she has to say. Her knowledge is priceless and could quite literally be life changing for you and your littles.
Rachel R.
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My first question for Lori: Am I too old for myofacial therapy? Over 60 years old, with a newly discovered tongue-tie and borderline sleep apnea, I needed her assurance.
The answer: Absolutely not! Because of your age your muscle tone will be reduced, meaning you will have to work harder to achieve lasting results. She carefully explained her program of apointments and exercises, and fee schedule. Trusting her advice, I found out Lori is an excellent therapist, friendly yet retaining professional dignity. All her communications are prompt. She provided adept assessments, personalizing all exercises to my current ability. Always encouraging, providing clear directions, she continued to motivate me to keep plugging away. She is conscientious, competent and systematic. After nine months applying her methods I assure you that her program is effective!
Her help has been invaluable--I am sleeping so much better because now I can breathe properly. Oustanding results!
Pam M.