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EPISODE · Jul 25, 2025 · 1H 4M

Ep 60: Myofunctional Therapy Explained: Breathing, Oral Health, and Sleep from Childhood to Adulthood

from Straight Up With Steph · host Stephanie Botts

Ever wonder how your tongue and facial muscles impact your breathing, sleep, and even posture? In this episode of Straight Up With Steph, I sat down with Kimmie, a Denver-based dental hygienist and myofunctional therapist, to talk about how myofunctional therapy helps both kids and adults improve tongue posture, nasal breathing, and overall health.We dive into signs of dysfunction, from mouth breathing to sleep apnea and TMJ pain, plus simple exercises like tongue pops and nasal hygiene that can make a big difference.Kimmie also shares her journey building a practice and mentoring others in this fast-growing field. If you’re curious about better sleep, breathing, and facial function, this episode is for you!Click here to watch on YouTubeAbout KimmieConnect with Kimmie:InstagramFacebookWebsiteGoogle Form for (free) Myo Community Study ClubEmail: [email protected]: The opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Polished Posture. The information shared in this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for any health concerns or before making significant lifestyle changes.  Send me a message, I’d love to hear from you! Click here for Christmas In July Sale!(code: POLISH150 FOR $150 off cordless polishers)  To connect with me: 🦷Polished Posture Club➡️Instagram💻My Website📨Email: [email protected] 💌Newsletter signup

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Ever wonder how your tongue and facial muscles impact your breathing, sleep, and even posture? In this episode of Straight Up With Steph, I sat down with Kimmie, a Denver-based dental hygienist and myofunctional therapist, to talk about how myofunctional therapy helps both kids and adults improve tongue posture, nasal breathing, and overall health. We dive into signs of dysfunction, from mouth breathing to sleep apnea and TMJ pain, plus simple exercises like tongue pops and nasal hygien...

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