Most babies start transitioning to solid foods around 6 months of age. If your baby is experiencing difficulties with new textures, tastes, and temperatures, therapy can help improve tongue, jaw, and lip function so baby can be more successful.

A tongue tie, lip tie, or buccal tie can impact function of the affected tissue. Ties are present at birth and can impact oral rest posture, breastfeeding, orofacial development, swallowing, and even speech.

Sucking a thumb, finger, or pacifier can be a source of comfort to a child, but can also lead to a high palate and an open bite. We offer a remediation program to address these habits.

A tongue thrust, also called an infantile or reverse swallow, happens when the tongue moves forward and pushes against the front teeth during swallowing. This can lead to orthodontic issues and speech distortions.

The nose was made for breathing! It filters, humidifies and adjusts the temperature of inhaled air. Breathing through the mouth can lead to abnormal facial development, dental disease, increased risk for behavioral and memory problems, sleep disordered breathing, and anxiety.

Sometimes being a picky or messy eater has less to do with the food and more to do with how the tongue, lips, and cheeks are functioning. Let’s work together to see what might be causing troubles.

Sleep apnea, insomnia, nighttime teeth clenching and grinding, and even acid reflux can be traced back to the health of your airway. Research supports the use of orofacial myofunctional therapy as an effective adjunct to traditional treatment approaches.

Narrow dental arches can lead to inadequate spacing between teeth. This crowding often requires orthodontic intervention to expand the palate and ensure there is room for a healthy smile.

Many nerves and muscles traverse the temperomandibular joint. Clicking or popping, or pain in this area is a sign of dysfunction.

Do you have trouble swallowing pills? Is gagging or choking is a concern for you? Therapy can help coordinate your chewing and strengthen your swallow.