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Myofunctional Therapy
Get expert myofunctional therapy to correct tongue thrust, mouth breathing, and oral posture. Personalized care for children and adults in Sandy Springs.
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Myofunctional Therapy
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Myofunctional Therapy for Better Breathing, Speech & Swallowing
Restore Proper Tongue Posture, Breathing & Swallowing Habits
At Lasting Language, we provide comprehensive myofunctional therapy to retrain the muscles of the face, mouth, and tongue for optimal function. Whether you’ve been searching for myofunctional therapy near me, dealing with persistent mouth breathing, or addressing tongue thrust, we’re here to help.
Many children and adults experience issues related to improper tongue posture, jaw development, and dysfunctional swallowing patterns. These issues can impact speech, dental development, sleep, breathing, and overall oral health. Through oral myofunctional therapy, we teach the body to perform these functions the way nature intended.
What Is Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy?
Orofacial myofunctional therapy (OMT) is a specialized program designed to strengthen and retrain the muscles of the tongue, lips, cheeks, and jaw. The goal is to eliminate harmful habits and develop new ones that promote proper:
- Tongue resting posture
- Nasal breathing (instead of mouth breathing)
- Lip seal and closed-mouth rest posture
- Safe and effective swallowing patterns
We often collaborate with orthodontists, ENTs, dentists, and other specialists to ensure the most effective care plan. If you’ve seen terms like orofacial myologist near me, tongue thrust therapy, or orofacial therapy, they all refer to variations of this treatment.
Who Can Benefit from Myofunctional Therapy?
Our program supports both children and adults who struggle with:
- Mouth breathing
- Tongue thrust or improper swallowing
- Thumb-sucking or prolonged pacifier use
- Speech articulation challenges related to muscle function
- Poor posture of the tongue at rest
- Braces or orthodontic relapse
- Snoring or sleep-disordered breathing
If your child has been referred by a dentist or you’ve noticed they keep their mouth open while resting or struggle to chew/swallow properly, this therapy could be transformative.
What to Expect in Therapy
Comprehensive Evaluation
We begin with a full evaluation to assess tongue mobility, rest posture, swallowing patterns, breathing, and facial muscle function. We look for signs of mouth breathing, low tongue posture, or compensatory habits that affect growth and communication.
Personalized Treatment Plan
Based on your goals and the results of our assessment, we’ll develop a treatment plan that includes:
- Daily exercises to strengthen orofacial muscles
- Techniques for retraining tongue rest posture
- Breathing awareness and nasal breathing promotion
- Functional swallow pattern retraining
- Habit elimination (e.g., thumb sucking)
This plan is designed to be doable at home and easy to follow, even for young children.
Collaboration with Providers
We frequently partner with orthodontists, sleep specialists, ENTs, and pediatricians to ensure a comprehensive care approach. Our myofunctional therapy in Sandy Springs is part of a full network of care.
Why Early Intervention Matters
Myofunctional therapy works best when addressed early — particularly before or during orthodontic treatment or when speech difficulties first appear. Early therapy can:
- Prevent relapse after braces
- Reduce the need for future dental work
- Improve clarity of speech
- Promote better nasal breathing and reduce mouth dryness
- Support restful sleep by improving airway development
Common Questions About Myofunctional Therapy
Q: How is this different from speech therapy?
A: While they often overlap, myofunctional therapy focuses specifically on muscle patterns for breathing, swallowing, and rest — not just speech production.
Q: Is this covered by insurance?
A: Some parts of the therapy may be eligible depending on your insurance. We can provide a superbill upon request.
Q: How long is the program?
A: Most clients need between 8–16 sessions, depending on their individual goals and consistency with home exercises.
Lasting Results from a Trusted Provider
At Lasting Language, we combine clinical expertise with a warm, personalized approach. Our lead therapist is trained in myofunctional therapy and has helped dozens of clients correct long-standing oral habits that affect health, speech, and confidence.
Whether you’re searching for orofacial myofunctional therapy, need guidance for your child’s thumb-sucking habit, or want to address mouth breathing in a gentle and lasting way — we’re here to support you every step.
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about speech, language, and swallowing therapy — from evaluations to home visits and payment options.
We provide speech, language, and swallowing therapy for both children and adults — from toddlers with articulation delays to older adults recovering from neurological events like stroke or Parkinson’s.
We provide transparent pricing for private-pay clients who are not of Medicare age. Superbills are provided upon request for potential out-of-network reimbursement.
Initial Evaluation: $200 (includes a 1-hour session with a brief report and tailored recommendations)
Follow-Up Treatment Sessions: billed at $38 per 15-minute unit, with typical options:
Pediatric: $76 for 30 minutes
Adult: $114 for 45 minutes or $152 for 60 minutes
Yes! We provide in-home therapy sessions for local clients in and around Sandy Springs, GA. We also offer teletherapy for select services based on clinical appropriateness.
We accept Medicare, most Medicare Advantage plans, and private pay options. If you have questions about your specific coverage, feel free to reach out, and we’ll help verify your benefits.
If your child has trouble being understood, is missing speech milestones, or struggles with certain sounds or language comprehension, an evaluation can help clarify if therapy is needed.
We specialize in adult speech therapy for Parkinson’s, stroke recovery, swallowing (dysphagia), and voice therapy. Our sessions are customized to address communication, cognitive, and safety needs.
Absolutely. Our myofunctional therapy program supports proper tongue posture, oral habits, and breathing patterns — often in collaboration with dental or orthodontic care.