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Myofunctional Therapy Services

Welcome to Goleta MyoWorks, where we focus on improving the function of the muscles of the face, tongue, mouth, and throat to support better breathing, chewing, swallowing, posture, and overall health.

🩺 What We Treat

At Goleta MyoWorks, we understand how essential the muscles of the face and mouth are to your daily well-being. When these muscles are out of balance or not functioning properly, it can lead to a wide range of health concerns. Our therapy programs are designed to address the root causes of dysfunction—helping you or your child breathe easier, chew more efficiently, and feel better overall.

We commonly work with patients experiencing the following conditions:

  • 😮‍💨 Chronic mouth breathing
  • 👅 Tongue thrust
  • 😴 Sleep-disordered breathing and mild obstructive sleep apnea
  • 😬 Orthodontic relapse and open bite
  • ✂️ Pre and Post-tongue-tie (ankyloglossia) release rehabilitation
  • 🍽️ Swallowing difficulties
  • 🗣️ Speech and articulation issues related to orofacial imbalance

👐 Services Offered

Our services are designed with a whole-body approach to healing and function. We begin with a comprehensive evaluation and continue with a fully personalized therapy plan. Whether you're working to correct breathing patterns, oral posture, or muscular function, we tailor each step of the process to your unique needs—with options for both in-person and virtual sessions.

🧩 Comprehensive Myofunctional Evaluation

We start with a 60-minute evaluation that gives us a clear understanding of your orofacial function. This session includes a detailed clinical assessment and education to help you understand what’s happening in your body—and how we can help improve it.

During the evaluation, we’ll examine:

  • 👅 Tongue posture and mobility
  • 😌 Lip seal and nasal breathing
  • 🥤 Swallowing patterns
  • 🧠 Oral habits and muscle function

🏋️ Individualized Therapy Programs

After your evaluation, we’ll create a therapy program customized just for you. These sessions are focused, supportive, and goal-oriented—helping you build new habits, strengthen muscle coordination, rebuild neurological pathways, and improve overall function. Whether virtual or in person, your program will be practical, engaging, and results-driven.

Depending on your needs, your program may include:

  • 💪 Tongue and lip strengthening
  • 🌬️ Breathing retraining
  • 🧒 Habit elimination strategies

🤝 Collaborative Care

We believe in treating the whole person, not just the symptoms. That’s why we work alongside a trusted network of healthcare professionals to provide truly integrated care. Together, we help ensure that your progress in therapy aligns with any orthodontic, medical, or rehabilitative treatment you may be receiving.

Our collaborative partners include:

  • 🦷 Orthodontists
  • 👃 ENTs
  • 🧑‍⚕️ Pediatricians
  • 🗣️ Speech-language pathologists
  • 🧍‍♂️ Chiropractors

🙋 Who Can Benefit?

Myofunctional therapy can be life-changing for people of all ages. It supports healthy development in children, improves airway function in adults, and helps anyone recovering from procedures or dealing with persistent oral or facial concerns. If you’re looking for a long-term solution that addresses the root cause—not just the symptoms—this therapy may be right for you.

You may benefit from myofunctional therapy if you are:

  • 👧 A child (ages 4+) or teen with persistent oral habits or developmental concerns
  • 👩 An adult struggling with sleep, snoring, or airway issues
  • 🦷 Preparing for or recovering from orthodontic treatment or oral surgery
  • 🌟 Seeking a lasting solution to chronic oral and facial dysfunction

📅 Book an Appointment

Ready to take the next step? Schedule your free 15-minute consultation with Tatiana today:

✨ Empower your airway, restore muscle balance, and enhance your quality of life—one breath at a time.