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.
๐ฉบ What We Treat¶
Our therapy programs address a variety of oral and facial conditions, including:
- ๐ฎโ๐จ Chronic mouth breathing
- ๐ Tongue thrust
- ๐ด Sleep-disordered breathing and mild obstructive sleep apnea
- ๐ฌ Orthodontic relapse and open bite
- โ๏ธ Pre and Post-tongue-tie (ankyloglossia) release rehabilitation
- ๐ฝ๏ธ Swallowing difficulties
- ๐ฃ๏ธ Speech and articulation issues related to orofacial imbalance
๐ Services Offered¶
๐งฉ Comprehensive Myofunctional Evaluation¶
A 60โ90 minute comprehensive evaluation, including a clinical assessment and an educational component. During the clinical assessment we will evaluate:
- ๐ Tongue posture and mobility
- ๐ Lip seal and nasal breathing
- ๐ฅค Swallowing patterns
- ๐ง Oral habits and muscle function
๐๏ธ Individualized Therapy Programs¶
Custom exercise programs tailored to each patientโs specific needs. Sessions are available in person or virtually and will include:
- ๐ช Tongue and lip strengthening
- ๐ฌ๏ธ Breathing retraining
- ๐ง Habit elimination strategies
๐ค Collaborative Care¶
We work closely with:
- ๐ฆท Orthodontists
- ๐ ENTs
- ๐งโโ๏ธ Pediatricians
- ๐ฃ๏ธ Speech-language pathologists
- ๐งโโ๏ธ Chiropractors
to ensure comprehensive, whole-body wellness.
๐ Who Can Benefit?¶
Myofunctional therapy is beneficial for:
- ๐ง Children (ages 4+) and teens with developmental oral habits
- ๐ฉ Adults with sleep or airway concerns
- ๐ฆท Anyone preparing for or recovering from orthodontic or surgical interventions
- ๐ Patients seeking long-term solutions to chronic oral and facial issues
๐ Book an Appointment¶
Ready to take the next step? Schedule your free 15-minute consultation with Tatiana today:
- ๐ Phone: (805) 699-6551
- ๐ง Email: [email protected]
โจ Empower your airway, restore muscle balance, and enhance your quality of lifeโone breath at a time.