Dental education program in Atascadero, California

Myofunctional Therapy Central Coast, located at 8344 Morro Road in Atascadero, California, offers Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy (OMT) to correct the improper function of the tongue and facial muscles. This program consists of therapeutic exercises to strengthen and re-educate these muscles, promoting nasal breathing, proper lip closure, correct tongue resting position, and a healthy swallowing pattern. Dysfunction and imbalance of the orofacial muscles can impact various aspects of health, including breastfeeding, oral hygiene, facial growth, orthodontic treatment stability, Temporomandibular joint movement, posture, digestion, and sleep. OMT is a painless program with simple exercises that aim to improve muscle coordination and overall health.