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OROFACIAL MYOLOGY THERAPY
Orofacial Myology therapy is a type of therapy that focuses on correcting oral and facial muscle habits and movements. This therapy is typically performed by a speech-language pathologist, dentist or orofacial myologist, and is designed to improve speech clarity, swallowing, chewing, and facial expression. The therapist works with the patient to help them develop more functional and efficient oral and facial muscle movements, which can lead to improved oral function and speech clarity.
Orofacial Myology therapy may be recommended for individuals who have speech or oral difficulties due to muscle imbalances or improper muscle movements, such as those with speech impediments, tongue thrust, and thumb-sucking habits. The therapy may also be used for individuals who have developed muscle imbalances as a result of oral surgery, orthodontic treatment, or other medical conditions.
The therapy typically involves a combination of exercises, behavioral modification techniques, and education on proper oral and facial muscle movements. The goal of Orofacial Myology therapy is to help patients develop functional and efficient oral and facial muscle movements, which can lead to improved speech, oral function, and overall quality of life.
Orofacial Myology therapy can benefit a variety of individuals with oral and facial muscle habits or conditions, including:
Children with speech impediments, such as a lisp or difficulty pronouncing certain sounds.
Individuals with tongue thrust, a condition where the tongue protrudes forward during speech, eating, and swallowing.
Individuals with thumb-sucking habits.
Patients with cleft lip or palate who need to improve oral and speech function.
Individuals with temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ) or jaw pain, who may benefit from therapy to improve jaw alignment and reduce discomfort.
Individuals with sleep apnea who may benefit from therapy to improve tongue and throat muscle function.
Individuals who have had oral surgery, orthodontic treatment, or other medical procedures that have affected their oral muscle function.
Individuals with neurological conditions, such as cerebral palsy, that can impact oral and facial muscle function.
The therapy can be beneficial for anyone who wants to improve their oral and facial muscle function and speech clarity. It can also help individuals who struggle with chewing and swallowing food, or who have trouble making certain facial expressions. In general, Orofacial Myology therapy can lead to improved oral function, speech clarity, and overall quality of life.
