by Carmen M. Ball | Apr 23, 2024 | Airway & Orthodontics
What Is Airway Orthodontics? Have you heard the scuttlebutt about “airway orthodontics” and wonder what is best for your child? Or perhaps you’re confused that a new fandangled way of straightening teeth has come about and now you have to spend hours...
by Carmen M. Ball | Mar 12, 2024 | Tongue-Tie
Symptoms of a Tongue Tie In my practice, I meet hundreds of tongue tied humans every year. Many of these are adults and it blows my mind how many of them only recently discovered the realm of tongue ties and the possibility that they might have one. It also...
by Carmen M. Ball | Feb 16, 2024 | Sleep & Sleep Disordered Breathing
Understanding Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options Many of our clients have had sleep studies and have been told that they have Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome (UARS) but the conversation usually ends there. I’m not sure if...
by Carmen M. Ball | Jan 26, 2024 | Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders
How do you diagnose orofacial myofunctional disorders? Given that the field of orofacial myofunctional therapy is growing by leaps and bounds, more and more people are reaching out wondering how and who will diagnose orofacial myofunctional disorders. This is an...
by Carmen M. Ball | Nov 20, 2023 | Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy, Sleep & Sleep Disordered Breathing
The Importance of Quality Sleep on Your Health Quality sleep is your body’s unsung hero, not just a nightly ritual but a cornerstone of your overall well-being. Beyond mere rest, it’s during sleep that your body undergoes vital restorative functions,...
by Carmen M. Ball | Oct 25, 2023 | Digestion
Unveiling the Secrets to Optimal Digestion and Wellness The intricate connection between optimal digestion and overall wellness is a captivating and often underestimated aspect of our health. The journey to well-being isn’t just about what we eat or how we move;...
by Carmen M. Ball | Sep 20, 2023 | Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy
Is Tele-Therapy As Effective As In-Person Myofunctional Therapy? Tele-therapy has become increasingly popular and accessible in recent years, including in the field of myofunctional therapy. Myofunctional therapy is a specialized form of therapy that focuses on the...
