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Can a Tongue-Tie Affect Your Child’s Speech?

by Carmen M. Ball | Jul 14, 2026 | Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy

The eyes can see only what the mind knows. By learning about your myofunctional impairment, you will be able to understand and see what is broken.

Can Mouth Guards Worsen Sleep Apnea?

Can Mouth Guards Worsen Sleep Apnea?

by Carmen M. Ball | Jul 7, 2026 | Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy, Sleep & Sleep Disordered Breathing

Short answer: for some people, yes. A flat night guard — the kind you’re handed for grinding — isn’t a treatment for sleep apnea, and in some people it can actually make it worse. Here’s why, and what to do if you’ve got one sitting on your...
Correct Tongue Posture: Why Your Tongue Position Is Wrecking Your Sleep

Correct Tongue Posture: Why Your Tongue Position Is Wrecking Your Sleep

by Carmen M. Ball | Jul 6, 2026 | Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy

Correct tongue and oral posture is important for correct cranofacial growth. In this article, learn how correct tongue posture begins with tongue on the spot.

Gas and Guts Gone Wild? Blame Your Mouth Breathing Habits

Gas and Guts Gone Wild? Blame Your Mouth Breathing Habits

by Carmen M. Ball | Feb 4, 2025 | Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy, Digestion

If you’re struggling with bloating, gas, or digestive discomfort, you might be looking in all the wrong places for answers. Most people don’t realize that myofunctional impairments—like poor tongue posture, mouth breathing, and untreated tongue ties—could be the...
The Importance of Quality Sleep on Your Health

The Importance of Quality Sleep on Your Health

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,...
Is Tele-Therapy As Effective As In-Person Myofunctional Therapy?

Is Tele-Therapy As Effective As In-Person Myofunctional Therapy?

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...
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