Myofunctional Therapy and Orofacial Motricity

Myofunctional therapy and orofacial motor skills are disciplines of speech therapy that assess, prevent and treat imbalances in the muscles of the face, mouth and tongue, which affect important functions such as breathing, chewing, swallowing and speech.

How do these therapies work?

Initial assessment

The first step is a comprehensive and personalised assessment, which includes:

Exploration lips, tongue, cheeks, and jaw.

Observation Observation of the resting position of the mouth.

Analysis of the breathing pattern.

Assessment chewing and swallowing.

Detection of oral habits (thumb sucking, prolonged use of a dummy, tongue thrusting, etc.).

This assessment allows us to identify which muscles are not functioning in a balanced manner and why.

Treatment preparation

Following the assessment, a personalised treatment plan, tailored to the age and needs of each patient.

Strengthen or relax the orofacial muscles.

Improve your posture of the tongue and lips.

Normalise nasal breathing.

Encourage chewing y deglución correctas.

The treatment is based on specific and progressive exercises.

Therapeutic sessions

During the sessions, we work on:

Exercises for coordination, strength and mobility of the orofacial muscles.

Re-education of the resting position of the tongue, lips and jaw.

Functional training of the swallowing, chewing and breathing.

Muscle control and awareness techniques.

The entire process is guided and adapted to each patient's pace.

Working from home

In order for the results to be stable, they are scheduled. simple routines to do at home, which reinforce the work done in consultation.

Consistency allows new muscle patterns to become automatically integrated into daily life.

Monitoring and progress

Progress is assessed periodically, adjusting treatment according to the patient's evolution. The patient's evolution.

In many cases, myofunctional therapy is coordinated with dentists, orthodontists, or other professionals, ensuring a comprehensive and effective approach.

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