Jennifer Nicoll explores myofunctional therapy in dentistry and how it can benefit patients by getting to the root cause of functional problems in the entire body.
There is growing awareness of the strong links between oral health and wider health and wellbeing. A symptom that originates from the mouth, jaws or tongue can have a larger impact on the entire body.
Myofunctional therapists, who are most often from a dental or speech and language background, are increasingly part of the interdisciplinary team of professionals treating patients, playing a pivotal role in addressing the root causes of functional issues.
What is myofunctional therapy?
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