Myofunctional Therapy

Struggling with mouth breathing, snoring, or tongue thrust? Mahogany Village Dental offers myofunctional therapy for kids and adults in SE Calgary.

Myofunctional Therapy in Mahogany, SE Calgary

Mahogany Village Dental is proud to offer myofunctional therapy, a non-invasive treatment that retrains the muscles of the tongue, lips, cheeks, and jaw. If you or your child struggle with mouth breathing, snoring, tongue thrusting, or orthodontic relapse, this therapy can improve oral function, breathing, and sleep quality — for patients of all ages.

What Are Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders (OMDs)?

OMDs happen when the muscles of the face and mouth don't function properly, affecting how you breathe, chew, swallow, and even how your teeth and jaw develop. Common signs include:

  • Mouth breathing instead of nasal breathing
  • Tongue thrusting or poor tongue posture
  • Trouble chewing or swallowing
  • Speech concerns
  • Snoring or disrupted sleep
  • Teeth shifting after braces (orthodontic relapse)

Left untreated, these patterns can contribute to bite problems, misalignment, and facial development issues in children.

What Is Myofunctional Therapy?

Think of it as physiotherapy for the mouth and face. Our customized exercise programs retrain the tongue, lips, and jaw to:

  • Rest the tongue properly on the roof of the mouth
  • Encourage nasal breathing
  • Correct swallowing patterns
  • Support healthy jaw and facial development
  • Protect the stability of orthodontic results

Treatment is gentle and personalized, combining in-office guidance with simple at-home exercises.

For Children

Early treatment supports healthy growth and can help prevent bigger issues down the road:

  • Supports proper jaw and facial development
  • Reduces mouth breathing habits
  • Improves sleep and reduces snoring
  • Helps correct thumb-sucking or pacifier habits
  • Boosts orthodontic treatment results

For Adults

It's never too late to start. Adult patients often see improvements in:

  • Breathing patterns and reduced mouth breathing
  • Snoring and sleep quality
  • Jaw tension and TMJ-related discomfort
  • Long-term orthodontic stability
  • Overall oral muscle function and coordination

A Team-Based Approach

We often coordinate with orthodontists, ENT specialists, and sleep professionals to build a treatment plan that supports your overall health — not just your smile.

Book a Myofunctional Therapy Consultation in Mahogany

Curious if myofunctional therapy is right for you or your child? Our Mahogany Village Dental team is here to help. Contact us today to book a consultation.

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