Welcome to My Myo Spot!

Are you suffering from oral dysfunction, breathing or sleep issues?

We can help.

This is your spot for myofunctional therapy.

Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy should be convenient and affordable!

While we continue to offer 1 on 1 live therapy, we are excited to announce our Mobile Myo Course, a revolutionary new way to do orofacial myofunctional therapy. This online course is self-paced so you can do therapy anytime, anywhere. Visit mymyospot.mykajabi.com for details, or click the button below to watch an informational webinar and get a course discount!

Take control of your myofunctional disorders.

We can help you breathe better, sleep better, and THRIVE!

Testimonials

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Image of our client Rochelle with the text "Cara is extremely knowledgable, she empowers her patients, she helps translate information in a clear and concise way, she is able to look at the bigger picture of wellness."
Client testimonial text "I'm glad (my daughter) has made so much progress, and of course avoiding surgery is awesome. Thanks for all your help!!"

Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders (OMD) include:

Mouth Breathing

image of mouth breathing

Tongue Tie /

Low Tongue Posture

image of a tongue tie

Tongue Thrust /

Improper Swallow

image of a tongue thrust/improper swallowing pattern

Open Mouth Posture

image of open mouth posture

Harmful Oral Habits

image of young child sucking her thumb

Why should you be concerned about OMD?

Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders (OMD) affect normal movement patterns and functions of the mouth and face, and can have wide-reaching effects throughout the body. Physicians, dentists, and orthodontists experienced in the fields of growth and development, breathing, and sleep have documented many ways in which OMD (if not corrected) may affect the body:

  • Chronic mouth breathing compromises overall health and wellness

  • Sleep-disordered breathing is linked to many chronic illnesses including heart disease, diabetes, stroke, cancer, and an overall increased risk of death

  • Early dysfunction can lead to nursing, feeding, and life-long digestive issues

  • Low tongue posture negatively affects the growth and development of the jaws and face

  • Poor growth patterns lead to facial asymmetry, teeth crowding, and poor aesthetics

  • Orthodontic treatment may be prolonged, unsuccessful, or relapse later in life

  • Compensations developed to cope with OMD can lead to structural imbalances, chronic pain, and further dysfunction

  • Mental health may all be affected (including social, emotional, and psychological well-being)

Do you suffer from any of these symptoms?

Man with sleep apnea, using a CPAP
Woman with a headache, holding her hand to her head
Man with neck and shoulder pain
Young boy, sick in bed, doctor is listening to his heart and lungs with a stethoscope
Woman holding her stomach

TMJ Pain

Woman holding her jaw in pain
Woman holding a nightguard for clenching and grinding

Digestive Issues

Man with a stomach ache, holding his stomach

GERD/Acid Reflux

Woman with GERD, acid reflux, or heartburn

ADHD/Behavioral Issues

Young boy sitting at a desk, appears to be having trouble at school, he is holding his head in his hands

Anxiety/Depression

Woman with anxiety/depression in bed, holding her head in her hands

Nursing/Feeding Issues

Mother breastfeeding her baby

Speech Issues

Woman holding an empty speech bubble

Dental Problems

Close up image of a dental visit - a mouth with a mirror and a dental handpiece

Chronic Sinus Issues

A woman blowing her nose

Why Nasal Breathing is Important

  • The air is filtered, warmed, and humidified in the sinuses; this is our body’s first line of defense from infection. 

  • Reduces inflammation

  • Improves oxygenation 

  • Promotes relaxation 

  • Improves digestion 

  • Lowers blood pressure

  • Proper tongue resting posture (the tongue resting up against the palate)

    • The tongue acts as a natural palatal expander, shaping the face as well as the sinus and airway

    • Encourages a proper swallowing pattern 

    • Promotes orthodontic retention (keeps your teeth from crowding and shifting)

Image of family (three generations) smiling, the young child with her hands on her mother's and grandmother's cheeks

For breath is life, and if you breathe well you will live long on earth.

~Sanskrit proverb

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