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Oromyofunctional Therapy:
It’s like a gym, for your tongue
Helping children, teens and adults achieve improved breathing, sleeping, eating and aesthetic facial development through proper oral rest posture and strengthened orofacial muscles. It’s time to improve your quality of life!
Specializing in Orofacial Myology
Orofacial
Myofunctional
Disorders (OMDs)
What is an "Orofacial
Myofunctional Disorder"?
Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders (OMDs) are defined by abnormalities of the muscles and functions of the face and mouth that negatively impact normal growth, development, and/or function. These abnormal patterns can impact speech, breathing, swallowing, chewing, sleeping, teeth, and more. Children, teens, and adults can benefit from treatment.
Here are some signs of an OMD:
Thumb/finger/tongue sucking patterns
Snoring/ Sleep disordered breathing
ADHD or behavioral concerns
Breathing problems such as enlarged tonsils & adenoids, or allergies
Open mouth rest posture of the lips (mouth-breathing)
Forward rest posture of the tonque (It can be seen often while speaking)
Difficulty with chewing/swallowing- chewing with mouth open, messy eating
Malocclusion
Orthodontic relapse
Speech disorders
Tongue-tie (Ankyloglossia)
When should therapy begin?
When should therapy begin?
We can begin treatment as young as four to five years of age, however, it's never too late! Children, teens and adults of all ages can benefit from therapy & experience success. For children under 4 with an OMD, miniMYO may be a good option to help to work and prepare the orofacial muscles for a full treatment program.
The following factors will be considered :
The following factors will be considered :
- Presence/absence of OMD
- Discussion of medical, dental, and speech history
- Age and maturity of the individual
- School and social obligations
- Cooperation of individual and family members
- Commitment to therapy program
484-823-SPOT
484-823-SPOT
Initial evaluations are necessary prior to the beginning of therapy. The consult is approximately 60-90 minutes in duration and includes an extensive evaluation to determine treatment needs/goals. The fee for the initial evaluation is $150. Upon moving forward with therapy, this $150 will be deducted from your total treatment cost. Please allow 1-2 weeks after initial consult for treatment needs to be determined and therapy to begin.
About Randi
Randi Moore, PHDHP
Specializing in Orofacial Myology
Randi is a licensed Public Health Dental Hygiene Practitioner with over 23 years of experience helping patients get closer to a smile they can be proud of. Once introduced to the world of myofunctional therapy, Randi was floored by the positive impact it has on one’s quality of life. Since then, she has taken over 70 hours of oromyofunctional training to become specialized in recognizing oromyofunctional disorders (OMD’s) and treating these OMD’s with myofunctional therapy. This is accomplished using an extensive intake form and initial evaluation to determine an individualized treatment plan, targeting a person’s specific therapy needs. Randi truly believes that this therapy can help children, teens and adults to not only restore proper function and strength of the tongue and orofacial muscles, but also improve their self-esteem by encouraging the development of proper facial symmetry, improving their social etiquette and even reducing ADHD like behaviors through the improvement of restorative sleep.
Randi is married to her husband, Lance. They have 3 wonderful (and loud!) sons: Grayson, Maddux and Asher. Randi was born in Allentown and currently resides in Breinigsville with her family. They enjoy all things baseball, movie nights, getting together with family/ friends and the beach!
Mobile Myo Spot is committed to making myofunctional therapy convienient for you! No more rushing to appointments.
“Spot” comes to you!
When scheduling an appointment, please know that “Spot” may arrive up to 30 minutes early for preparation and set up. Nothing is needed from you, “Spot” comes prepared!
Meet “Spot”!
Treatment Packages
Oromyofunctional Therapy should always be tailored towards the individual needs of the patient. This is why there are no “cookie cutter“ packages available. The following demonstrates packages/services available with a range for the fee. The final cost will be determined after the initial evaluation is complete as there will be a better idea of the number of sessions and materials needed to reach our goals.
$250
Oral Rest Posture & Nasal Breathing
Pre/Post Tongue-Tie Release
MYOhabit Elimination
miniMYO
$1500-2800
$1000
$500-650
Click on a package picture to learn more about what it includes!
miniMYO
All miniMYO patients receive a MYOmunchee. This device is used as a trainer for the chewing muscles. It promotes nasal breathing and a correct swallowing pattern as well. The package includes an initial evaluation to go over any concerns you may have (usually around 30 minutes) as well as answer any questions about the use of the MYOmunchee.
For the teacher:
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Rest Posture & Nasal Breathing
If any of the above describe you or your child, oromyofunctional therapy could be very helpful for your overall health. All packages include a therapy kit with the materials needed to complete the recommended exercises. The number of sessions varies and could range in duration from 4-12 months and include anywhere from 12-24 sessions. In addition, you will be able to contact me whenever needed and I will promptly respond with any questions or concerns that you have. Some packages may include additional supplies as necessary for success. The final cost of therapy will depend on the estimated number of sessions and any supplies needed. Telehealth sessions are available upon request!
Pre/Post Tongue-Tie Release
All tongue-tie packages include a therapy kit with all of the supplies necessary to do the recommended exercises. Also included is the initial evaluation, as well as 2 30-minute sessions prior to the surgery and 4 30-minute sessions after. When therapy is started after release is determined by the type of release your doctor performs. Sessions are available via telehealth if you prefer, and I am always available to you throughout the entire process!
All MYOhabit Elimination packages include the materials needed to successfully complete the program as well as a special gift at the end from me! Parent/guardian participation is CRUCIAL for this to be successful and EVERYONE needs to be on-board. THIS INCLUDES THE CHILD. This program is not for a child that REFUSES to stop the habit. When the child is ready, and with positive attitues and reinforcements, this program can help your child ELIMINATE their bad habit, and hopefully improve their airway as well!
MYOhabit Elimination
Why should I be concerned about an orofacial myofunctional disorder?
Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders interrupt normalized movement and development patterns. Failure to address OMDs can result in:
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- Mouth-breathing patterns that impact overall health
- Abnormal growth & development of the oral structures
- Improper chewing & swallowing
- Improper development & alignment of the teeth
- Improper development & growth of the jaw & facial structure
- Delayed process of orthodontic treatment
- Orthodontic Relapse
- Negative impact on the stability & function of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ)
- Speech distortions
- Negative social relationships due to open mouth postures including mouth-breathing, noisy chewing & messy eating
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Taking a multi-disciplinary approach
Who is concerned with OMDs & why?
DENTISTS are concerned about preventing behaviors that lead to dental concerns. If an orofacial myofunctional disorder can be identified and eliminated early, normal growth processes of the teeth and jaws can proceed. Also, patients are able to better clean their teeth without an OMD due to better tongue function.
ORTHODONTISTS focus on how teeth fit together. Abnormal postures and functions of the tongue and lips can lead to the misalignment of teeth and, if not corrected, can contribute to orthodontic relapse following orthodontics.
ORAL SURGEONS are concerned with tethered oral tissues, including tongue and lip ties. Following any surgical procedure in the oral cavity, the oral environment needs to remain stabilized, and any postural or functional problems need to be corrected to prevent reattachment or relapse.
SPEECH PATHOLOGISTS become concerned if a patient has an orofacial myofunctional disorder in conjunction with their speech, feeding, or swallowing disorder. A patient that completes speech but still does not sound correct likely needs therapy.
PEDIATRICIANS become concerned if a sucking habit continues after the age of 3 as it affects oral growth and development. Mouth-breathing is a concern as well as it leads to sleep disordered breathing and often behavioral issues as well.
ENTs are concerned with the patient's airway. If the tonsils and adenoids are enlarged, or if there are structural abnormalities, then "normal" breathing through the nose is difficult and craniofacial growth and development may be compromised.
ALLERGISTS are concerned with the patient's airway. When a patient has allergies, they are often congested and experience inflammation of the nasal and oral cavities, which compromises a patent nasal breathing pattern.
Can an orofacial myofunctional disorder affect speech?
It is possible to have an OMD in conjunction with a speech disorder, yet, not every individual with a speech disorder will have an accompanying myofunctional disorder.
However, when there is an underlying OMD in conjunction with a speech disorder, and the underlying problem is not addressed, speech therapy can be compromised. When the tongue is resting low and forward, the production of the sounds - r, t, d, n, l, s, sh, ch, j - may occur. Without treatment, the precision and mobility necessary to achieve the transition from sound in isolation to conversational speech may become problematic.
What About Thumb/Finger Sucking Habits?
The American Dental Association (ADA) and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) both agree that after age three, chronic thumb/finger sucking needs to be addressed.
Thumb-Sucking Complications:
- Creates a possible malocclusion
- Pressure of the thumb against the roof of the mouth can contribute to a high narrow palate
- Sucking habits anchor the tongue down, creating a forward rest posture
- Contributes to abnormal tongue patterns
- Alters respiratory patterns
- Alters normal facial growth patterns
Get in touch
Telephone: 484-823-SPOT (7768)
email: randi@mobilemyospot.com
Availability:
Thursdays 5pm-7:30pm
Fridays 9:30am-6:30pm
Weekend hours and additional availability upon request
