Unraveling the Myofunctional Therapy Solutions for Development of Proper Chewing, Swallowing, and Sleep Dysfunction

Today on Holistic Dentistry I'm joined by my guest, Joy Moeller, a myofunctional therapist, dental hygienist, author, and former lecturer at Indiana University. Joy is also a founding lecturer with the Academy of Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy, and a founding board member with the Academy of Applied Myofunctional Sciences.  In this episode, we're discussing the ways the tongue can impact various parts of the body, and specific problems myofunctional therapy aims to solve. Joy shares the benefits of myofunctional therapy and how it can help patients as young as three years old. She also shares the relationship between myofunctional therapy and breastfeeding, ADHD, and sleep apnea, plus the benefits of myofunctional therapy for orthodontics.   Lastly, Joy shares her goal for the future of myofunctional therapy, plus six steps to take in support of healthier tongue function.  Do you have a mouth- or body-related question for Dr. Sanda? Send her a message on Instagram! Remember, you're not healthy until your mouth is healthy. So take care of it in the most natural way.  Key Takeaways: (2:29) What myofunctional therapy is used for and what part of the body it helps (5:08) Breastfeeding, babies, and tongue muscles  (9:58) The ideal age to begin myofunctional therapy  (13:51) How successful myofunctional therapy is at improving babies' and adults' sleep apnea (19:49) What inspired Joy to get interested in myofunctional therapy (31:44) How myofunctional therapy can help with an orthodontics relapse (36:01) How someone can train to be a myofunctional therapist (38:39) Joy's six goals for myofunctional therapy   Guest Info:  Joy Moeller | Website  Contact Joy's Practice Is Your Tongue Killing You? By Joy Moeller   Related Episodes: Holistic Dentistry Episode #9: Unlocking the Jaw: How Holistic Dentists and Chiropractors Collaborate to Treat TMJ with Dr. Joseph Canul    Resources: Academy of Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy Academy of Applied Myofunctional Sciences International Association of Orofacial Myology   Connect With Us:  BeverlyHillsDentalHealth.com | Instagram  DrSandaMoldovan.com | Instagram  Orasana.com | Instagram